0406.30.67.00/Processed Cheddar Cheese Spread/Germany

Processed Cheddar Cheese Spread from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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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