Processed Cheese Powder Blend

Blend of multiple grated American cheeses emulsified and dried for industrial use. Enters HTS 0406.20.56.00 under General Note 15 provisions for quota-exempt grated mixtures. Standardized for consistent processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.20.69Same rate: 27.5%

If American-type cheese mixtures under quota

Specific American cheese blends have dedicated subheadings

1901.90.64Higher: 33.5% vs 27.5%

If with excessive melting salts

High emulsifier content shifts to cheese preparations

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Import Tips & Compliance

• List all component cheeses and emulsifier percentages in detail

• Include melt test results confirming processed cheese functionality

• Use 25kg moisture-proof bags for bulk industrial shipments

Related Products under HTS 0406.20.56.00

Grated Parmesan Cheese Blend

A finely grated mixture of Parmesan and Romano cheeses designed for culinary use in pastas and pizzas. This product falls under HTS 0406.20.56.00 as grated cheese entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for quota-exempt dairy imports. It meets grated cheese criteria with its powdered form suitable for direct food application.

Powdered Cheddar Cheese Mix

Spray-dried Cheddar cheese powder blended for snack seasoning and sauce bases. Classified under 0406.20.56.00 due to its grated/powdered form and entry under General Note 15 quota exemptions. Primarily composed of cheese meeting dairy product standards.

Grated Mozzarella Cheese for Pizza

Low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella specifically grated for commercial pizza production. Enters under HTS 0406.20.56.00 pursuant to General Note 15 provisions allowing quota-exempt grated cheese imports. Meets all grated cheese compositional requirements.

Asiago Cheese Powder

Finely powdered Asiago cheese from Northern Italy, used in gourmet sauces and dressings. Falls under 0406.20.56.00 as grated Italian-type cheese entered pursuant to General Note 15 quota provisions. Traditional cheese-making process preserved in powder form.

Grated Swiss Cheese Blend

Mixture of Emmentaler and Gruyere cheeses grated for fondue and baking applications. Classified in 0406.20.56.00 under General Note 15 for quota-exempt entry of grated cheeses. Traditional hole formation preserved in powder texture.

Romano Cheese Granules

Coarse-grated Pecorino Romano sheep's milk cheese for pasta and meat rubs. Enters HTS 0406.20.56.00 pursuant to General Note 15 as quota-exempt grated cheese. Protected designation maintained through processing.