Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions

Cheese and curd: > Processed (process) cheese, not grated or powdered: > Cheddar cheese: > Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions

Duty Rate (from China)

33.5%
MFN Base Rate16%

Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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)

Total Effective Rate33.5%

Products classified under HTS 0406.30.22.00

Processed Cheddar Cheese Blocks for GN15 Quota

Large blocks of processed cheddar cheese, made by melting and blending natural cheddar with emulsifiers, meeting the exact specifications for General Note 15 quota imports. This falls under HTS 0406.30.22.00 as processed cheddar cheese entered pursuant to GN15 provisions, typically from quota-eligible countries like Australia or New Zealand. It has a uniform texture ideal for further manufacturing into slices or spreads.

Salted Processed Cheddar Cheese Loaves GN15

Salted loaves of processed cheddar cheese designed for GN15 tariff-rate quota entry, produced by emulsifying cheddar with salt and cultures for extended shelf life. Classified under 0406.30.22.00 due to its processed nature (emulsified) and compliance with general note 15 import provisions from designated countries. Commonly used in deli slicing operations.

Bulk Processed Cheddar for Food Service GN15

Bulk packs of processed cheddar cheese in 40-pound blocks for food service industries, entered under GN15 provisions with low in-quota duties. Meets HTS 0406.30.22.00 as processed (emulsified) cheddar from quota-approved sources like New Zealand. Ideal for melting in burgers and sauces.

Pasteurized Processed Cheddar Wheels GN15

Wheel-shaped processed cheddar cheese, pasteurized and emulsified for smooth melt, specifically for GN15 quota entry from EU countries. Falls under 0406.30.22.00 as it matches processed cheddar description and import provisions of general note 15. Used in gourmet cheese boards and manufacturing.

Shredded Processed Cheddar for Quota GN15

Pre-shredded processed cheddar cheese in bulk bags, formulated for GN15 tariff-rate quota with anti-caking agents. Classified in HTS 0406.30.22.00 as processed cheddar (not grated/powdered per hierarchy) entered pursuant to general note 15. Popular for pizza toppings.

Australian Processed Cheddar GN15 Blocks

Processed cheddar cheese blocks from Australia, leveraging their 2,450,000 kg GN15 quota allocation. Meets 0406.30.22.00 as emulsified cheddar entered under general note 15 provisions. Known for sharp flavor in snacks and sauces.

New Zealand GN15 Processed Cheddar Slices

Machine-sliced processed cheddar from New Zealand under GN15 quota, in vacuum-sealed packs. Classifies as 0406.30.22.00 processed cheddar not grated/powdered, pursuant to general note 15. Used in sandwiches and burgers.

EU Quota Processed Cheddar for Manufacturing

Processed cheddar cheese from EU countries (e.g., Ireland, Denmark) for industrial use under GN15 provisions. HTS 0406.30.22.00 applies to this emulsified product entered per general note 15 quota. Bulk for sauce and dip production.

Canadian Aged Processed Cheddar GN15

Aged processed cheddar from Canada, emulsified after aging, entered under GN15 (no license needed if unpasteurized aged 9+ months per notes). Fits 0406.30.22.00 as processed cheddar per general note 15. Premium for charcuterie.

Industrial Bulk Processed Cheddar GN15

40kg industrial blocks of processed cheddar for further processing, under GN15 quota. 0406.30.22.00 classification for emulsified cheddar entered pursuant to general note 15 from quota countries. For nacho cheese production.