Reduced Fat Grated Edam
Grated Edam cheese with reduced fat content but meeting note 20 criteria for quota entry. Processed for health-conscious consumers while classified as grated Edam in HTS 0406.20.44.00.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If butterfat 0.5% or less
Low-fat cheeses have dedicated quota subheading per U.S. notes
If margarine cheese substitute form
Fat substitute products use specific low-fat provisions
If with added dietary fibers
Functionally modified dairy classified as food preparations
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test and declare exact fat percentage to avoid low-fat quota shift; combine with origin quota docs; use calibrated scales excluding inedible coverings
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.
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.