Grated Gruyere-Swiss Nacho Cheese Mix

Grated blend optimized for melting in nacho applications, combining Gruyere-process and Swiss. Classified 0406.20.83.00 for grated mixtures of these cheeses. High meltability for foodservice.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.30.85Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If low butterfat (<0.5%) cheese powders

Fat content threshold determines quota category per US notes

2106.90.34Same rate: 17.5%

If butterfat substitutes over 45% containing these cheeses

High butterfat blends subject to butter substitute quotas

0710.80.70Higher: 46.3% vs 17.5%

If dehydrated legume mixes with cheese powder

Legume-based snack mixes classified by principal ingredient

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Import Tips & Compliance

Melting point certificates help distinguish from process cheese spreads

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Declare exact blend ratios - CBP audits Swiss content claims frequently

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