Fine Shredded Colby Cheese

Ultra-fine shredded Colby for sauces and dips, imported under General Note 15. This grated cheese product aligns with 0406.20.34.00 specifications for American-type powdered cheese.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China20%+17.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.10.04Lower: 27.5% vs 37.5%

If ungrated for slicing

Whole Colby wheels classify as fresh cheese under different quota

0405.20.20Lower: 17.5% vs 37.5%

If dairy spread with 39-80% fat

Spreadable emulsions don't qualify as cheese per Chapter 4 notes

1702.90Lower: 15.1% vs 37.5%

If >95% lactose anhydrous

Lactose-dominant whey products exclude from Chapter 4 cheeses

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Import Tips & Compliance

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Related Products under HTS 0406.20.34.00

Grated Colby Cheese

Finely grated Colby cheese made from cow's milk, specifically produced for U.S. imports under General Note 15 quota provisions. This American-style cheese is classified under 0406.20.34.00 as grated or powdered Colby, meeting the criteria for tariff-rate quota entry with controlled fat content and texture suitable for melting.

Powdered Colby Cheese

Powdered form of Colby cheese, dehydrated and ground for use in food manufacturing, entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions. Classified as powdered cheese under 0406.20 due to its grated/powdered state and Colby variety, subject to specific import quotas.

Shredded Colby Jack Cheese Blend

Pre-shredded blend primarily of Colby cheese with minimal Monterey Jack, grated for retail packaging under GN15 provisions. Falls under 0406.20.34.00 as grated Colby, recognized as American-style cheese for quota purposes.

Grated Organic Colby Cheese

Organic grated Colby cheese from grass-fed cows, imported via GN15 quota for specialty markets. Classified under 0406.20.34.00 due to its grated form and Colby characteristics, excluding synthetic additives.

Colby Cheese Powder for Baking

Fine Colby cheese powder designed for commercial baking mixes, entered under GN15 provisions. Meets 0406.20.34.00 as powdered cheese of the Colby type, with standard milkfat levels.

Pre-Grated Colby for Pizza Topping

Grated Colby cheese packaged for pizza manufacturers, pursuant to GN15 import rules. Classified in 0406.20.34.00 for its grated consistency and pure Colby composition.