Organic Processed Colby Cheese

Processed Colby cheese made from organic milk, in 16-ounce blocks. HTS 0406.30.32.00 applies for processed form under General Note 15 quota, with organic certification not affecting tariff classification. Emulsified per standard processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+17.5%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.90.95Lower: 27.5% vs 37.5%

If other quota cheeses not specified

Organic blends not purely Colby may fall under general quota cheese note 16.

0406.20.89Lower: 27.5% vs 37.5%

If ripened over 3 months

Extended aging of organic Colby processes to ripened cheese quotas.

1901.90.64Lower: 33.5% vs 37.5%

If with added organic sweeteners

Sweetened organic processed cheese enters note 3 quota list.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Pair organic cert with dairy import license; FDA prior notice mandatory

Ensure no pesticide residues trigger CBP holds

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