Processed Cheddar Cheese Spread from China
A smooth, spreadable processed cheese made from Cheddar cheese blended with emulsifiers and milk solids. It falls under HTS 0406.30.67.00 as processed cheese (not grated or powdered), specifically containing or processed from Cheddar cheese, in the 'other' category beyond quota-specific descriptions. This classification applies to retail-packaged tubs suitable for crackers or sandwiches.
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
• Verify if origin country has quota access under Additional U.S
• Note 20 for Cheddar-processed products to avoid over-quota rates; obtain USDA import license if applicable
• Ensure lab certification of Cheddar content and fat levels for CBP classification
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as natural cheese leads to reclassification under 0406.20