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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.20.36Higher: 37.5% vs 27.5%

If unprocessed natural slices

Natural American-type cheeses without processing go to fresh cheese subheadings

0406.90.82Same rate: 27.5%

If American-type quota mixture

Processed American cheeses may enter specific American-type quota outside general process

3502Lower: 10% vs 27.5%

If high whey protein concentrate

Over 80% whey proteins on dry matter basis excludes to albumins in Chapter 35

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label slices clearly as processed to distinguish from natural; ensure entry docs reference General Note 15 quota

Pitfall: over 95% lactose whey content shifts classification

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