Powdered Cheddar Cheese Powder from Germany
Finely powdered Cheddar cheese derived from processed Cheddar curds, ideal for seasoning snacks and spice mixes. Classified under HTS 0406.20.65.00 because it is powdered cheese processed from Cheddar and enters pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 18 quota limits. Adheres to Chapter 4 definitions excluding high-lactose whey products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Secure import license from USDA for quota entry; provide lab analysis confirming Cheddar origin and protein content
• Avoid bulk shipments exceeding annual limits
• Pitfall: confusing with whey powders over 95% lactose, which go to 1702