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Washed Curd Colby Blend

Blended cheese combining washed curd and Colby processes for a semi-firm texture, used in deli slices. Under HTS 0406.90.84.00 for other American-type processed mixtures.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.30.34Higher: 37.5% vs 17.5%

If ripened >=3 months

Ripened blends of American-type classify under aged cheese provisions.

0405.90.10Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If dehydrated butter/ghee content high

Dehydrated dairy with butter-like traits excludes from butter but may go to 0405.90.

0406.90.16Higher: 32.5% vs 17.5%

If Edam/Gouda processing

Blends mimicking Edam-style fall under Edam/Gouda quota Note 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lab reports on blend composition essential for quota verification; apply USDA license

Distinguish from granular to avoid subheading shifts

Ensure molded capability if concentrated

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.

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.

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.