Processed Pepper Jack Cheese Block from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.157.5%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)
Import Tips
• Confirm quota eligibility under General Note 15 and apply for USDA license early in quota year; test for milkfat content to meet butter/dairy spread exclusions
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as natural cheese leading to CBP reclassification