Grated Cheddar Cheese Blend from Germany
A powdered mixture of finely grated Cheddar cheese combined with other dairy powders, used primarily in processed food manufacturing. It falls under HTS 0406.20.67.00 as grated cheese containing or processed from Cheddar cheese, meeting the criteria for powdered cheese forms. This product is shelf-stable and commonly used for seasoning or as an ingredient base.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license due to Cheddar cheese quotas; verify exact Cheddar content via lab analysis to confirm classification; ensure proper documentation of processing origin to avoid reclassification as fresh cheese