Granular Cheese Powder from Colby from Mexico
Coarse granular powder made from Colby cheese, used in spice blends, snacks, and baking mixes. This product is under HTS 0406.20.71.00 for powdered American-type cheese (granular/Colby, not Cheddar). It offers intense flavor concentration for food service applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Label as 'powdered cheese from Colby' explicitly; generic 'cheese powder' risks scrutiny
• Verify no Cheddar contamination via DNA/molecular testing if challenged on origin
• Comply with FDA prior notice for powdered dairy; declare particle size for grated definition