Mixed Processed Cow's Milk Cheese Slices

Pre-sliced processed cheese combining multiple cow's milk varieties, meeting emulsified processed cheese criteria. Falls under HTS 0406.30.89.00 as mixtures of processed cheeses entered via note 16 quota, for cow's milk products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.20.89Same rate: 27.5%

If natural cheese slices

Non-processed versions classified under other fresh cheese categories

0406.90.95Same rate: 27.5%

If over quota or ineligible

Surplus enters general cheese provisions with higher duties

2106.90.85Same rate: 27.5%

If flavored with non-dairy beyond limits

Excessive additives shift to miscellaneous food preparations

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include commercial invoice detailing cheese types and processing method; obtain prior quota confirmation

Watch for reallocation of unfilled quotas among countries

Ensure slices not grated to stay in this subheading

Related Products under HTS 0406.30.89.00

Processed Colby Cheese Loaf

A processed cheese product made from Colby cheese containing cow's milk, blended and melted with emulsifiers to create a smooth, sliceable loaf. It falls under HTS 0406.30.89.00 as processed cheese, not grated or powdered, described in additional U.S. note 16 to chapter 4, requiring import licenses due to quota restrictions. This subheading covers other processed cow's milk cheeses entered pursuant to quota provisions.

Processed Washed Curd Cheese Block

Processed cheese derived from washed curd variety, made with cow's milk, emulsified for uniform texture in block form. Classified under HTS 0406.30.89.00 for processed cow's milk cheese entered pursuant to U.S. note 16 quota provisions, including mixtures. Quota licensing applies to control dairy imports.

Processed Granular Cheese Blend

Emulsified processed cheese mixture from granular cow's milk cheese, designed for melting and slicing. HTS 0406.30.89.00 applies to such 'other' processed cheeses containing cow's milk under quota note 16, excluding grated/powdered forms.

Processed Edam-Type Cheese Wheel

Processed version of Edam cheese from cow's milk, formed into wheels for retail. HTS 0406.30.89.00 covers this as other processed cow's milk cheese under quota note 16, distinct from specific Edam quotas.

Emulsified Gouda Processed Cheese Block

Processed cheese block based on Gouda from cow's milk, emulsified for spreadability. Classified in HTS 0406.30.89.00 for quota-eligible processed mixtures containing cow's milk per note 16.

Processed Swiss-Type Cheese Loaf

Loaf-form processed cheese imitating Swiss characteristics, made from cow's milk with emulsifiers. HTS 0406.30.89.00 includes this under note 16 for other processed cow's milk cheeses subject to quota.