Canadian Aged White Cheddar Blocks
Blocks of traditional white Cheddar cheese from Canadian producers, made from raw milk and aged minimum 9 months per U.S. note 18(c). Exempt from licensing requirements when properly certified. Falls under 0406.90.08.10 as quota-eligible Canadian Cheddar production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed or grated Cheddar
Grated, powdered, or processed Cheddar cheese shifts from natural cheese to processed cheese subheadings with different quota treatment.
If presented in consumer retail packages
Cheddar put up for retail sale in small consumer packages may fall under different Swiss/Emmentaler quota provisions depending on packaging.
If mixed with other dairy ingredients
Cheddar blended with non-cheese dairy products or additives exceeding chapter note limits becomes food preparations outside Chapter 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure supplier provides official Canadian certification of raw milk origin and aging period
• Monitor annual quota usage even for license-exempt entries
• Label clearly as 'Canadian Cheddar - Aged minimum 9 months' for CBP verification
Related Products under HTS 0406.90.08.10
Canadian Raw Milk Cheddar Cheese Wheels
Large wheels of natural Cheddar cheese produced in Canada from unpasteurized cow's milk, aged at least 9 months to develop sharp flavor. Meets additional U.S. note 18(c) requirements for exemption from import licensing as it's certified by Canadian officials. Classified under 0406.90.08.10 as Canadian Cheddar entered pursuant to quota provisions without licensing.
Canadian Sharp Cheddar Cheese Loaves
Loaf-shaped sharp Cheddar cheese produced in Canada from unpasteurized milk, aged 9+ months qualifying for U.S. import license exemption. Certified natural Cheddar meeting additional U.S. note 18 provisions for tariff classification under 0406.90.08.10.
Canadian Clothbound Cheddar Wheels
Traditional clothbound wheels of Canadian Cheddar cheese made from raw milk, aged minimum 9 months for license-exempt U.S. entry. Cloth wrapping preserves natural rind development characteristic of authentic Canadian Cheddar production under HTS 0406.90.08.10.
Canadian Vintage Cheddar Reserve
Premium vintage Cheddar from Canadian artisanal producers, crafted from unpasteurized milk and aged over 9 months qualifying for U.S. note 18(c) exemption. Classified as pure Cheddar cheese under 0406.90.08.10 tariff provisions for license-free quota entry.