Washed Curd Cheese Block
A firm cheese block produced using the washed curd process, similar to mild cheddar but classified distinctly as American-type. It is categorized under HTS 0406.90.84.00 for other cheeses processed from washed curd, excluding quota-specific Cheddar.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If grated or powdered and quota-eligible
Grated washed curd cheese enters under specific American-type grated provisions with separate quotas.
If fresh and unripened
Fresh soft varieties of American-type cheese classify under 0406.10 fresh cheese headings.
If containing or processed from Cheddar
Any Cheddar inclusion shifts to Cheddar-specific quota subheading per Note 22.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm production method documentation to distinguish from Cheddar quotas in Note 22; secure import license early
• Test for butterfat to avoid low-fat subheadings
• Package in bulk to prevent retail grated classification
Related Products under HTS 0406.90.84.00
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.
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.
Granular Colby Snack Mix
A mixture of granular Colby cheese pieces with mild seasonings, processed from American-type cheese for snacking. Fits HTS 0406.90.84.00 as other cheese mixtures from granular/American-type, excluding mixtures with specific quota cheeses.