American Cheese Powder Blend from China
Powdered blend from Colby and granular cheeses for seasoning packets. Fits HTS 0406.20.71.00 as mixtures of grated/powdered American-type (non-Cheddar). Versatile for dehydrated meals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Blend ratios documented to prove >50% American-type base
• Free trade agreement checks for quota bypass
• Dust control in packaging prevents loss at weigh-in