Cheddar Process Cheese Loaf
Bulk loaf of processed Cheddar cheese suitable for slicing, made by blending natural Cheddar with melting salts. Classified under HTS 0406.30.65.00 for quota-controlled processed Cheddar products per U.S. Note 18. Commonly used in food service for sandwiches and melting applications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If grated, powdered, or flaked form
Processed Cheddar in grated/powdered presentations uses specific subheading within same heading
If for quota-free Cheddar processed products not meeting Note 18 description
Products outside strict Note 18 quota parameters use general Cheddar-containing subheading
If flavored or mixed with significant non-cheese dairy ingredients
Heavily formulated cheese products may classify as food preparations rather than primary cheese
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm entry within calendar year quota limits; Mexico-origin prohibited under Note 18 provisions
• Document processing method showing Cheddar as primary ingredient; laboratory analysis may be required for verification
• Label as 'process cheese' not 'natural cheese' to avoid reclassification; maintain 12-month records for quota compliance
Related Products under HTS 0406.30.65.00
Processed Cheddar Cheese Slices
Pasteurized processed cheese slices made from Cheddar cheese, melted and blended with emulsifiers for smooth melting. This falls under HTS 0406.30.65.00 as processed cheese containing or processed from Cheddar cheese, qualifying under U.S. Note 18 quota provisions for controlled imports. Typically packaged in retail plastic wrappers for sandwiches and burgers.
Processed Cheddar Cheese Block 40 lb
Large 40-pound block of processed Cheddar cheese for industrial slicing and portioning. Meets HTS 0406.30.65.00 criteria as processed cheese derived from Cheddar under U.S. Note 18 import quota. Used by delis and manufacturers for further processing.
Cheddar Process Cheese Spread
Spreadable processed cheese made from Cheddar with higher moisture content for bread spreads. Falls under HTS 0406.30.65.00 as quota-controlled processed Cheddar product per Note 18. Packaged in jars or tubs for retail sale.
Industrial Processed Cheddar Wheels
Large processed Cheddar cheese wheels (20-40 kg) for industrial food manufacturing. Classified in HTS 0406.30.65.00 for Note 18 quota on Cheddar-derived processed cheese. Designed for high-volume shredding and blending operations.
Processed Cheddar String Cheese
Pull-apart string cheese sticks made from processed Cheddar cheese with stretchy texture. HTS 0406.30.65.00 applies for Note 18 quota-controlled Cheddar processed products. Popular snack item for children and lunchboxes.