Granular Cheese Process Loaf
Emulsified loaf cheese processed from granular (farmer's) cheese, popular for sandwiches. HTS 0406.90.82.00 covers substitutes containing American-type granular cheese under Note 19 quota.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If failing quota eligibility criteria
General quota for other cheeses (Note 16) covers ineligible American-types.
If infant formula ingredient
Dairy preparations for infant use classified in prepared foods chapter.
If butterfat content 39-80% as dairy spread
High fat spreads meeting dairy spread definition move to Chapter 0405.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document original granular cheese source and processing method for CBP review
• Ensure milkfat content meets Chapter 4 American-type cheese specifications
• Track quota utilization rates published by USDA to time imports effectively
Related Products under HTS 0406.90.82.00
Processed Colby Cheese Blend
A processed cheese product containing Colby cheese as the primary ingredient, blended with emulsifiers for smooth melting. Classified under HTS 0406.90.82.00 as a substitute for cheese processed from American-type Colby cheese and entered under Additional U.S. Note 19 quota provisions.
Washed Curd Cheese Spread
Creamy spread made primarily from washed curd cheese with added stabilizers, suitable for bread and crackers. Falls under HTS 0406.90.82.00 as cheese substitute processed from American-type washed curd under quota provisions.
Colby Jack Cheese Dip Mix
Powdered mix processed from Colby and Monterey Jack (American-type) cheeses for prepared dips. Enters HTS 0406.90.82.00 as quota cheese substitute containing American-type varieties.
American Cheese Sauce Base
Liquid concentrate made from emulsified Colby and granular cheese for institutional foodservice. Classified HTS 0406.90.82.00 under American-type cheese quota provisions.
Processed Farmer's Cheese Slices
Pre-sliced emulsified granular cheese packaged for retail deli counter. HTS 0406.90.82.00 for American-type granular cheese substitutes under quota.
Colby Cheese Food Loaf
Bulk loaf 'cheese food' with minimum 51% real Colby cheese meeting processed cheese standards. Quota-eligible under HTS 0406.90.82.00 Note 19 provisions.