Washed Curd Grated Cheese Topping from Canada
Grated washed curd cheese for casserole toppings, processed to fine consistency. HTS 0406.20.69.00 for grated forms from American-type washed curd per Note 19, subject to quotas like 2M kg from New Zealand. Excludes non-milkfat adulterated products.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Pre-apply for USDA license via Automated Commercial Environment (ACE); track prorated shares
• Ensure no added emulsifiers per butter note (a)
• Pitfall: aging over quota periods reclasses to 0406.30