Sharp White Cheddar Slabs from China
Sharp white Cheddar slabs without annatto coloring, aged 9-12 months for tangy profile, cut into 20-40 lb portions. Classifies in HTS 0406.90.08.90 as other Cheddar under note 18 quota provisions for licensed entry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
29.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Document aging process and milk source for CBP verification; adhere to country quotas (e.g
• EU 417,052 kg)
• Avoid packaging that suggests processing to stay in primary heading
• Track license via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program