Shredded Granular Cheese Mixture
Pre-shredded blend of granular and washed curd cheeses for salads and casseroles. Falls under HTS 0406.20.71.00 as 'other' grated cheese processed from American-type (granular/washed curd, excluding Cheddar). Provides convenient, melt-resistant shreds.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in bulk wheels, not consumer-shredded packs
Non-grated retail forms of American-type under different 'other' subheading.
If dried with added sugar >quota limits
Sweetened dried dairy under specific U.S. note restrictions, Chapter 19.
If quota-specific low-fat variant
Fat content <0.5% triggers separate quota under note 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Anti-caking agents must not alter classification—limit to <1% by weight
• Batch certificates proving American-type base essential for quota access
• Refrigerated entry mandatory; temperature logs prevent rejection
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Washed Curd Cheese Powder for Sauces
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American Cheese Powder Blend
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