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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If meeting dairy spread emulsion criteria
Spreadable products with 39-80% milkfat but water-in-oil emulsion classify as dairy spreads.
If dried or powdered form
Dehydrated low-fat cheese preparations fall under Chapter 19 food preparations.
If whey protein concentrate dominant
Products primarily from modified whey with high protein may classify under whey provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Check Additional U.S
• Note 23 quotas; no Mexican product allowed under this low-fat provision
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'processed cheese, ≤0.5% butterfat' to match tariff description
• Monitor for reclassification if moisture content suggests dairy spread under 0405 definitions
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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.
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.
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.
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.