Granular Colby Cheese Powder from Mexico

Coarse granular powder made from Colby cheese, qualifying under Additional U.S. Note 19 for American-type grated/powdered cheeses. HTS 0406.20.36.00 covers this product entered pursuant to quota provisions from countries like New Zealand and EU. Ideal for baking and cheese sauces.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

30%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Test for granule size to ensure 'powdered' classification vs. shreds

Include affidavits confirming no Cheddar intermixing

Track annual quota via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program