Farmer's Cheese Process Spread
Spreadable processed version of granular farmer's cheese, classified in HTS 0406.30.71.00 for other American-type processed cheeses including mixtures. Designed for direct table use with smooth emulsified texture.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If 39-80% milkfat water-in-oil emulsion
Spreadable products below cheese dry matter thresholds are dairy spreads.
If in grated form for foodservice
Grated processed granular cheese uses shredded subheading.
If >95% lactose from whey processing
Excess lactose whey byproducts exclude from Chapter 4 per notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish from butter/dairy spreads in 0405; cheese must maintain >5% dry matter fat
• Require halal/kosher certifications if targeting U.S. markets; document bacterial cultures
• Avoid declaring under low-fat quotas (AUSN 23); test butterfat precisely
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