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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sliced or in blocks under general quota
Non-grated Gouda forms enter different subheadings within Edam/Gouda quota categories.
If whey-derived with high lactose content
Whey concentrates exceeding lactose limits shift to whey products per chapter exclusions.
If for industrial use in food preparations
Grated cheese used as ingredient in mixes classifies as preparations in Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm dry matter and fat content via lab analysis to avoid reclassification; apply for quota license early due to annual limits
• Ensure packaging labels 'grated cheese' accurately; declare country-specific quotas (e.g
• EU 6.389M kg)
Related Products under HTS 0406.20.43.00
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.
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.