Deli-Style Processed Colby Cheese from China
Thick-cut deli-style processed Colby cheese for sandwich counters, emulsified for perfect melting without separation. Classified in HTS 0406.30.38.00 as other processed Colby, emphasizing its utility in food service. Deli format is standard for this versatile cheese.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• Provide end-use statement for food service to aid quota justification
• Monitor annual quotas; New Zealand has 2M kg access for American-types
• Validate no added emulsifiers beyond allowed harmless types