Granular American Cheese Mix
A processed mix of granular cheese varieties classified as American-type, for melting applications. HTS 0406.90.84.00 covers other mixtures processed from granular but not Cheddar.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in grated form for retail
Processed granular marketed grated enters grated American-type subheading.
If >95% lactose from whey
High-lactose whey products from cheese processing exclude to Chapter 17 sugars.
If general other cheese without American-type
Lack of American-type base moves to broader 'other' quota subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Traceability docs for granular sourcing; quota license mandatory
• Avoid >95% lactose to stay in Chapter 4
• Bulk import reduces retail misclassification risk
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Colby Jack Cheese Loaf
A semi-soft cheese loaf made by blending Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses, processed from American-type Colby cheese. It falls under HTS 0406.90.84.00 as 'other' cheese containing or processed from American-type cheese (Colby), excluding Cheddar, in the form of grated or mixed varieties not specifically listed elsewhere in 0406.90.
Colby Cheese Spread
A spreadable dairy product made from processed Colby cheese blended with cream and stabilizers, suitable for crackers. Classified under HTS 0406.90.84.00 as 'other' cheese processed from American-type Colby, not fitting fresh, grated, or molded categories.
Washed Curd Cheese Block
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Granular Cheese Crumbles
Dry, crumbly cheese made from the granular cheese process, used in salads and cooking, derived from American-type cheese. Falls under HTS 0406.90.84.00 as other mixtures or processed forms from granular cheese, not grated or fresh.
Colby-Monterey Blend Slices
Pre-sliced cheese combining Colby and Monterey Jack for sandwiches, processed from Colby base. Classified in HTS 0406.90.84.00 as other American-type cheese mixtures, excluding grated or quota-specific types.
Processed Washed Curd Cubes
Cubed cheese from washed curd process, pasteurized and packaged for snacks, containing American-type cheese. Under HTS 0406.90.84.00 for other non-fresh, non-grated forms processed from washed curd.