Organic Processed Colby Cheese from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Pair organic cert with dairy import license; FDA prior notice mandatory
• Ensure no pesticide residues trigger CBP holds
• Avoid generic 'organic dairy' labeling pitfalls