Bulk Grated Edam for Food Service
Bulk-packed grated Edam cheese for restaurant and food service use, derived from traditional Edam production. This enters HTS 0406.20.44.00 under additional U.S. note 20 for licensed quota imports of grated Edam.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh grated rather than ripened Edam
Fresh cheese grating uses different quota category
If packaged in retail consumer portions
Retail-packed grated cheese may fall under food preparations quota note
If concentrated milk solids used in production
Dairy concentrates meeting specific dry matter criteria classified as other dairy
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use bulk packaging declarations to qualify under quota; obtain prior quota confirmation from USDA; ensure no protective coverings deducted from weight per U.S. notes
Related Products under HTS 0406.20.44.00
Grated Edam Cheese
Finely grated Edam cheese made from cow's milk, processed into powdered form for culinary use in sauces and gratins. This falls under HTS 0406.20.44.00 as grated Edam cheese described in additional U.S. note 20 to chapter 4, entered pursuant to its quantitative provisions and import license requirements.
Powdered Gouda Cheese
Powdered Gouda cheese produced by grating and drying semi-hard cow's milk Gouda for use in cheese powders and blends. Classified under HTS 0406.20.44.00 as grated/powdered Gouda meeting additional U.S. note 20 quota entry conditions for licensed imports.
Grated Young Gouda Cheese
Grated version of young Gouda cheese (4-12 weeks aged) from pasteurized cow's milk, ideal for melting in dishes. This product qualifies for HTS 0406.20.44.00 under U.S. note 20 as quota-eligible grated Gouda requiring import licensing.
Edam Cheese Powder for Retail
Fine Edam cheese powder packaged for retail sale, made by grating and spray-drying authentic Edam wheels. Enters under HTS 0406.20.44.00 pursuant to additional U.S. note 20 quota and licensing for grated cheeses.
Grated Aged Gouda Cheese
Grated aged Gouda (over 12 months) with nutty flavor profile, processed from cow's milk for premium grating applications. Classified in HTS 0406.20.44.00 as quota-described grated Gouda under U.S. note 20 import rules.
Gouda Cheese Granules
Granular grated Gouda cheese with uniform particle size for easy sprinkling and melting. Falls under HTS 0406.20.44.00 as powdered/grated Gouda eligible for U.S. note 20 quota entry with required licensing.