Grated Cheddar Jack Cheese Mix from China
Grated blend of processed Cheddar and Monterey Jack for Mexican-inspired dishes. HTS 0406.20.65.00 applies as it contains Cheddar-processed cheese under quota provisions of AUS Note 18. Differentiates from single-variety natural cheeses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Provide blend composition breakdown showing Cheddar content; apply for license via USDA portal
• Ensure cold chain compliance
• Avoid: claiming as natural cheese without processing proof