Processed Colby Cheese Powder from Germany
Colby cheese that has been grated and lightly processed for extended shelf life, entered under the U.S. Note 19 quota for American-type cheeses. HTS 0406.20.36.00 applies to this grated Colby specifically described in the note and imported pursuant to its quantitative limits. Used in snack foods and sauces.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document processing method to distinguish from fresh cheese; include lab reports on milkfat (washed curd style)
• Monitor quota fill status via USTR updates to avoid over-quota duties
• Label clearly as 'Colby' to prevent CBP reclassification