Processed Cheddar Cheese Cubes

Cubed processed cheddar cheese for retail snacking, emulsified and not powdered. HTS 0406.30.28.00 includes these as other processed forms for consumer packaging. Convenient for party platters.

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.

0406.30.89Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If non-Cheddar processed cheese

Other processed cheeses have separate quota provisions

1901.90.61Higher: 33.5% vs 17.5%

If set with crackers for retail

Sold as retail set shifts to prepared foodstuffs

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure cubes are not grated-sized to maintain classification; retail packaging needs FDA prior notice; quota tracking essential

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Processed Cheddar Cheese Loaf

A processed cheese product made from cheddar cheese, melted and blended with emulsifiers into a loaf form, not grated or powdered. It falls under HTS 0406.30.28.00 as 'other' processed cheddar cheese, distinct from fresh or natural varieties. This classification applies to non-grated blocks suitable for slicing or melting.

Processed Cheddar Cheese Slices

Pre-sliced processed cheddar cheese packaged for retail, emulsified for smooth melting without grating or powdering. Classified under HTS 0406.30.28.00 as other processed cheddar, excluding grated forms. Ideal for sandwiches and burgers due to uniform melting properties.

Bulk Processed Cheddar Cheese Block

Large industrial blocks of processed cheddar cheese, emulsified for foodservice use, not in grated or powdered form. HTS 0406.30.28.00 covers this as other processed cheddar, suitable for further manufacturing. Meets chapter notes for processed cheese derivatives.

Processed Cheddar Cheese for Pizza

Emulsified processed cheddar formulated for pizza topping, in non-grated block or slab form. Falls under HTS 0406.30.28.00 as other processed cheddar cheese, optimized for high-heat melting. Excludes powdered or grated presentations.

Rindless Processed Cheddar Wheels

Processed cheddar cheese formed into rindless wheels, emulsified for consistency, not grated. HTS 0406.30.28.00 applies to these other processed forms, suitable for deli slicing. Adheres to chapter definitions excluding dehydrated or low-fat variants.

Processed Smoked Cheddar Cheese Block

Processed cheddar cheese block with natural smoke flavoring, emulsified base not in grated form. Classified under HTS 0406.30.28.00 as other processed cheddar, where smoking is a permitted culture per butter notes. Popular for charcuterie.