Mozzarella Cheese Granules
Grated and granulated Mozzarella cheese for pizza toppings and Italian cooking. Falls under HTS 0406.20.95.00 as 'other' powdered/grated cheese not covered by specific fresh Mozzarella or Italian-type quotas. The granular texture meets the heading for processed cheese forms.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If low-moisture but not powdered/grated
Fresh Mozzarella blocks or shreds classify under non-quota fresh cheese if not processed to powder.
If blended with other grated cheeses
Mixtures of multiple cheese types may fall under 'other cheeses' rather than single-variety grated.
If dried/puffed for pasta preparation
Pasta preparations containing cheese classify in Chapter 19, not pure dairy.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document moisture content below 40% to distinguish from fresh grated Mozzarella under 0406.10
• Check country-specific quotas; EU has large allocation but requires proper licensing
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'fresh' cheese which carries different quota limits and higher scrutiny
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Asiago Cheese Powder
Finely powdered Asiago cheese for cheese sauces and baking mixes. Classified in HTS 0406.20.95.00 as other grated/powdered cheese without specific quota designation. Popular in American cuisine for its nutty flavor profile.
Gouda Cheese Powder
Powdered Gouda cheese used in cheese sauces and Dutch cuisine applications. Falls under HTS 0406.20.95.00 as other grated cheese not covered by specific Edam/Gouda quota (0406.20.44). The Netherlands is primary supplier.
Swiss Cheese Powder
Powdered Emmentaler-style Swiss cheese for fondue mixes and baking. HTS 0406.20.95.00 for other grated cheeses excluding eye-formation Swiss quotas. Used in American processed cheese products.
Blue Cheese Powder
Dehydrated powdered Roquefort-style blue cheese for salad dressings. Classified HTS 0406.20.95.00 as other grated cheese outside specific blue-mold quota (0406.20.24). Popular in food manufacturing.
Feta Cheese Crumbles Powder
Powdered Feta cheese crumbles for Greek salads and Mediterranean dishes. Under HTS 0406.20.95.00 as other grated cheese; Feta lacks specific quota designation. Brined then powdered processing.
Colby Cheese Powder
American-style Colby cheese in dehydrated powder form for snacks. HTS 0406.20.95.00 for other grated cheeses excluding specific American-type quota. Mild flavor popular in Midwest cuisine.