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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported outside quota provisions
Non-quota American-type cheese substitutes fall under general other cheese subheading.
If shredded and not quota-eligible
Shredded American-type cheese processed from Colby enters under grated/mixed form.
If containing non-milk fats exceeding dairy limits
Food preparations with vegetable fats replace milkfat move to Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain import license from USDA before entry as required for Note 19 quota goods
• Provide certification documenting Colby cheese content and quota eligibility
• Monitor annual quota allocations by country to avoid over-quota high duties
Related Products under HTS 0406.90.82.00
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.
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.
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.