Cheddar Jack Cheese Blend from China
Shredded blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, processed from cheddar base with mild flavors, for pizzas. Under HTS 0406.90.78.00 as 'other mixtures' from cheddar excluding quota-specific mixes. Qualifies as cheese mixture per statistical reporting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• Document predominant cheddar content (>50%) for classification; blends risk scrutiny under mixtures exclusion
• Ensure no blue-mold or Italian cheese to avoid 0406.90.61/63 mixture prohibition
• Pre-shredded forms need moisture analysis; over 60% moisture may reclassify as fresh cheese