Grated Edam Cheese
Finely grated Edam cheese made from cow's milk, processed into powder-like form for culinary use in sauces and gratins. This falls under HTS 0406.20.43.00 as grated Edam cheese entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for quota-limited dairy imports. It meets the specific classification for powdered or grated forms of Edam cheese.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not grated but processed from Edam and packaged for retail
Processed Edam cheese not in grated form falls under other processed cheese subheadings outside specific quota provisions.
If entered under general Edam quota without General Note 15
Whole or sliced Edam enters under different quota subheading if not specifically pursuant to GN15 provisions.
If contains additives exceeding natural cheese limits
Cheese substitutes or blends with non-milk fats classify in Chapter 21 as food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license required for quota entries under General Note 15; verify cheese composition meets Edam standards (semi-hard, cow's milk)
• Provide certificate of origin to confirm eligibility from quota countries; avoid misclassification as non-quota cheese
Related Products under HTS 0406.20.43.00
Powdered Gouda Cheese
Powdered Gouda cheese, grated to a fine consistency from authentic Dutch-style cow's milk cheese, used in spice blends and baking. Classified under HTS 0406.20.43.00 for grated/powdered Edam and Gouda cheeses under General Note 15 quota provisions. Meets chapter requirements for dairy-derived grated cheese.
Grated Young Gouda Cheese Powder
Grated powder from young Gouda cheese aged under 3 months, ideal for melting in pizzas and pastas. This product is specifically classified under HTS 0406.20.43.00 as grated Gouda entered pursuant to General Note 15 for controlled dairy imports. Adheres to semi-hard cheese standards without additives.
Organic Grated Edam Cheese
Organic grated Edam cheese from grass-fed cows, finely powdered for health-conscious cooking applications. Falls under HTS 0406.20.43.00 for grated Edam pursuant to General Note 15 quota system. Certified organic but retains natural butterfat content per chapter notes.
Grated Aged Gouda Cheese
Grated from aged Gouda cheese over 12 months, providing nutty flavor in grated form for premium dishes. Classified in HTS 0406.20.43.00 as grated Gouda under General Note 15 provisions for tariff-rate quotas. Meets milkfat and dry matter specs for authentic classification.
Dutch Grated Edam for Retail
Retail-packaged grated Edam cheese from Netherlands, portioned in 250g shakers for home use. This enters HTS 0406.20.43.00 pursuant to General Note 15 for quota-controlled grated Edam imports. Consumer-ready form of genuine semi-hard cheese.
Grated Low-Fat Gouda Powder
Low-fat grated Gouda cheese powder with reduced milkfat for diet recipes, still meeting Edam/Gouda specs. Classified under HTS 0406.20.43.00 for grated forms entered via General Note 15 quotas. Above 0.5% fat threshold for this heading.