Mild Colby Cheese Loaf
A pre-sliced 2-pound loaf of mild Colby cheese with orange coloring, prized for its creamy melt in sandwiches and burgers. It qualifies for HTS 0406.90.54.00 as other Colby cheese, meeting Chapter 4 criteria for natural cow's milk cheese without quota exclusions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shredded for retail
Shredded forms of American-type cheese are classified under grated/powdered subheadings.
If for substitutes processed from Colby
Cheese substitutes derived from Colby base move to other American-type processed cheeses.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Apply for import license via USDA before shipment due to annual quotas; include Certificate of Origin specifying Colby type; avoid repackaging post-import to prevent quota evasion claims
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