Mild Cheddar Export Blocks from China
Mild young Cheddar blocks for export, aged 3-6 months with creamy texture from pasteurized milk. HTS 0406.90.08.90 applies for quota entry under note 18, distinguishing from sharper aged varieties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
32%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Even mild Cheddar needs note 18 license; provide moisture/fat specs per standards
• Avoid bulk packing mistaken for 0402 powders
• Track 'other countries' 100,000 kg any-country quota