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Cheddar Blue Cheese Blend

Mixture of crumbled Cheddar and blue cheese, processed emphasizing Cheddar base. Enters HTS 0406.90.76.00 as Cheddar-containing under Note 18, not blue-mold quota. Cheddar predominance drives classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina10%+17.5%27.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico10%+10.0%20%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada10%+10.0%20%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany10%+10.0%20%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.20.61Same rate: 27.5%

If predominantly blue-mold

Blue-dominant mixtures fall under blue cheese quotas.

0406.90.72Same rate: 27.5%

If blue-processed substitutes

Non-Cheddar blue derivatives have specific aggregate limits.

2106.90.85Same rate: 27.5%

If multiple cheese types with additives

Complex mixtures exceed pure cheese scope.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Quantify Cheddar vs blue ratio in docs; separate from blue-mold quotas (Note 19); ensure harmless cultures only

Related Products under HTS 0406.90.76.00

Aged Cheddar Cheese Blocks

Large blocks of aged Cheddar cheese, processed from authentic Cheddar curds with a sharp flavor profile developed over 12 months of maturation. This falls under HTS 0406.90.76.00 as it contains Cheddar cheese and qualifies under Additional U.S. Note 18 quota provisions for controlled dairy imports. It meets the specific criteria for Cheddar-derived products entered pursuant to those quota limits.

Smoked Cheddar Cheese Wheels

Whole wheels of Cheddar cheese smoked over hardwood for added flavor, processed directly from Cheddar base with milkfat content meeting natural cheese standards. Classified in HTS 0406.90.76.00 due to its Cheddar origin and eligibility under U.S. Note 18 import quotas for such derivatives. Smoking does not alter its primary cheese classification.

Cheddar Cheese Powder

Dehydrated powder made by spray-drying Cheddar cheese, retaining sharp tangy flavor for use in snacks and sauces. It qualifies for HTS 0406.90.76.00 as a substitute processed from Cheddar under Additional U.S. Note 18 quota controls. Meets criteria for Cheddar-containing products despite dehydrated form.

Processed Cheddar Slices

Pre-sliced processed Cheddar cheese sheets for sandwiches, made by blending and forming Cheddar with minimal stabilizers. Falls under HTS 0406.90.76.00 for Cheddar-processed substitutes pursuant to U.S. Note 18 quotas. Slicing and processing do not remove it from Cheddar quota provisions.

Cheddar Process Cheese Loaf

Bulk loaf of process cheese primarily from Cheddar, emulsified for smooth melt in food service. Classified in HTS 0406.90.76.00 as Cheddar-processed under Note 18 import limits. Emulsification keeps it within cheese substitutes eligible for quotas.

Sharp Cheddar Crumbles

Crumbled sharp Cheddar cheese from aged blocks, used in salads and toppings, retaining full Cheddar character. HTS 0406.90.76.00 applies for crumbles processed from Cheddar under U.S. Note 18. Crumbling is a physical process not altering quota eligibility.