Skim Milk Processed Cheese Blocks
Rectangular blocks of processed cheese from skim milk curds and emulsifiers, with 0.5% or less butterfat. HTS 0406.30.87.00 covers this as other low-butterfat processed cheese, ideal for slicing in delis. Meets all Chapter 4 purity standards.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If grated or powdered form
Processed cheese in grated/powdered state moves to specific subheadings.
If >80% whey protein concentrate
High whey protein dairy products classify as albumins under Chapter 35.
If Swiss/Gruyere type regardless of fat
Specific cheese types like Emmentaler have dedicated low-fat subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm origin country quota allocation; EU has 4.4M kg access under Note 23
• Provide milkfat dry matter analysis per Chapter Note requirements at entry
• Package labeling must distinguish from fresh cheese to avoid misclassification
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Low-Fat Processed American Cheese Slices
Thinly sliced processed cheese made from blends of low-fat cheddar and other cheeses, containing 0.5% or less butterfat by weight. This product falls under HTS 0406.30.87.00 as processed cheese, not grated or powdered, with minimal butterfat content. It meets the 'other' category for low-butterfat processed cheese mixtures.
Fat-Free Processed Cheese Loaf
Bulk loaf of emulsified processed cheese made from skim milk cheese blends, with 0.5% or less butterfat. Classified under HTS 0406.30.87.00 for processed cheese (not grated/powdered) in the low-butterfat 'other' category. Used in food service for melting applications.
Zero-Fat Processed Cheese Spread
Spreadable processed cheese product from defatted milk solids and whey, containing 0.5% or less butterfat. Fits HTS 0406.30.87.00 as 'other' processed cheese with minimal fat content, suitable for low-calorie diets. Not dehydrated or powdered form.
Low-Fat Nacho Cheese Sauce Base
Emulsified processed cheese base for nacho applications, made with skim cheddar and enzymes, ≤0.5% butterfat. Classifies in HTS 0406.30.87.00 as other low-butterfat processed cheese, used in institutional food prep. Supplied in bulk tubs.
Fatless Cream Cheese Alternative
Processed spreadable cheese from defatted curd, mimicking cream cheese but with 0.5% or less butterfat. HTS 0406.30.87.00 classification as other low-fat processed cheese. Used in baking and spreads.
Diet Processed Cheese Singles
Individually wrapped processed cheese slices for diet use, blended from fat-free cheeses, ≤0.5% butterfat. Falls under HTS 0406.30.87.00 for low-butterfat processed cheese 'other' category. Packaged for retail sale.