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Other, 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: > Other, including mixtures of the above: > Other, described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions

Duty Rate (from China)

27.5%
MFN Base Rate10%
9903.03.01+10%

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

9903.88.15+7.5%

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)

Total Effective Rate27.5%
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Products classified under HTS 0406.30.56.00

Processed Colby Jack Cheese Loaf

A processed cheese loaf blending Colby and Monterey Jack varieties, melted and emulsified for smooth texture. It falls under HTS 0406.30.56.00 as processed cheese (not grated/powdered) entered under General Note 15 provisions for quota-limited dairy imports. Meets Chapter 4 criteria for processed cheese mixtures with required milkfat and emulsifier content.

Processed Pepper Jack Cheese Block

Emulsified processed cheese block infused with jalapeño peppers, combining Monterey Jack base. Classified in HTS 0406.30.56.00 for other processed cheeses (mixtures) under General Note 15 quota provisions. Adheres to Chapter 4 notes for processed cheese excluding grated forms.

Processed Cheese Food Spread

Spreadable processed cheese food with milkfat 39-80%, emulsified for retail jars. Enters HTS 0406.30.56.00 as other processed cheese mixtures under General Note 15 quota. Fits Chapter 4 definition for non-grated processed products excluding butter standards.

Processed Monterey Jack Cheese Slices

Pre-sliced emulsified processed Monterey Jack cheese for sandwiches. HTS 0406.30.56.00 covers this as other processed cheese under General Note 15 provisions. Excludes grated forms and meets processed cheese composition rules.

Processed Cheddar Cheese Blend

Blended processed cheddar cheese with emulsifiers for melting, in blocks. Falls under HTS 0406.30.56.00 for quota-limited processed mixtures per General Note 15. Complies with Chapter 4 exclusions for high-lactose whey.

Processed Swiss-Type Cheese Loaf

Emulsified processed loaf mimicking Swiss cheese flavor and texture. HTS 0406.30.56.00 for other processed cheeses entered under General Note 15 quota. Not eye-formation Swiss, fits general mixtures.

Processed Muenster Cheese Block

Processed block of Muenster-style cheese, emulsified for uniformity. Classified HTS 0406.30.56.00 as other processed under General Note 15. Excludes low-fat or high-protein exclusions.

Processed Brick Cheese Slices

Emulsified processed Brick cheese pre-sliced for convenience. HTS 0406.30.56.00 covers quota-limited processed other cheeses per General Note 15. Meets non-grated process definition.

Processed Havarti Cheese Loaf

Semi-soft processed Havarti loaf with emulsifiers, Danish-style. Enters as HTS 0406.30.56.00 processed mixtures under GN15 quota. Distinct from Edam/Gouda quotas.

Processed Farmers Cheese Blend

Blended processed Farmer's cheese for cooking, emulsified. HTS 0406.30.56.00 for other processed under General Note 15 quota imports. Fits Chapter 4 processed criteria.