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0406.20.36.00/Processed Colby Cheese Powder/Mexico

Processed Colby Cheese Powder from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

30%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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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