Described in additional U.S. note 22 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Cheese and curd: > Other cheese: > Other cheeses, and substitutes for cheese, including mixtures of the above: > Other, including mixtures of the above (excluding goods containing mixtures of subheadings 0406.90.61 or 0406.90.63): > Containing, or processed from, Swiss, Emmentaler or Gruyere-process cheese: > Described in additional U.S. note 22 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 0406.90.90.00
Gruyere-Process Cheese Blend
A processed cheese product containing Gruyere-process cheese mixed with Emmentaler, designed for melting in fondues and sauces. It falls under HTS 0406.90.90.00 as a substitute for cheese processed from Swiss/Emmentaler/Gruyere-process cheese, entered under U.S. Note 22 quota provisions. The mixture meets the specific import licensing requirements for these cheese derivatives.
Emmentaler Cheese Spread
Creamy spread made from Emmentaler cheese processed with dairy stabilizers for bread and crackers. Classified in HTS 0406.90.90.00 because it's a cheese substitute containing Emmentaler, entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 22 quota provisions. Meets criteria for processed cheese derivatives from specified Swiss varieties.
Swiss Cheese Sauce Mix
Dehydrated powder containing processed Swiss cheese for making cheese sauces and dips. Falls under HTS 0406.90.90.00 as it's processed from Swiss cheese and described in Additional U.S. Note 22 for quota entry. Specifically covers cheese substitutes from Swiss/Emmentaler/Gruyere-process sources.
Gruyere Fondue Cheese Blend
Specialty blend of Gruyere-process cheese with Emmentaler for traditional Swiss fondue. HTS 0406.90.90.00 applies as a mixture containing/processed from these quota-specific cheeses under U.S. Note 22 provisions. Designed for retail melting applications.
Processed Emmentaler Slices
Pre-sliced processed Emmentaler cheese for sandwiches and melting, meeting U.S. Note 22 criteria. Classified HTS 0406.90.90.00 as containing/processed from Emmentaler without eye formation. Subject to specific import quota licensing.
Swiss-Type Cheese Powder
Spray-dried powder from processed Swiss cheese for snack seasoning and sauces. HTS 0406.90.90.00 because it's a substitute containing Swiss cheese per Additional U.S. Note 22 description. Excludes eye-formation products.
Gruyere-Processed Dip Mix
Dehydrated dip base processed from Gruyere cheese with herbs for party dips. Falls in HTS 0406.90.90.00 as Note 22 described product containing Gruyere-process cheese. Retail-packaged for consumer preparation.
Emmentaler Process Loaf
Large block loaf of processed Emmentaler cheese for foodservice slicing. HTS 0406.90.90.00 classification due to processing from Emmentaler meeting Additional U.S. Note 22 quota description. Bulk packaging for commercial use.
Swiss Emmentaler Cheese Cubes
Pre-cut cubes from processed Swiss/Emmentaler blend for cheese trays. Under HTS 0406.90.90.00 as mixture processed from quota-specified cheeses per U.S. Note 22. Retail-ready portion control packaging.
Gruyere-Type Process Shreds
Shredded processed Gruyere cheese for pizzas and casseroles. Classifies HTS 0406.90.90.00 containing Gruyere-process cheese under Additional U.S. Note 22 quota entry provisions. Shredding for convenience use.
Processed Swiss Wheel Segments
Wedge segments from processed Swiss cheese wheels for gourmet retail. HTS 0406.90.90.00 as processed from Swiss cheese pursuant to U.S. Note 22 quota description. Maintains traditional wheel appearance.
Emmentaler-Gruyere Raclette Blend
Special blend for raclette melters combining processed Emmentaler and Gruyere. Falls under HTS 0406.90.90.00 as Note 22 mixture containing both quota cheeses. Optimized for table-top melting.
Swiss Process Cheese Balls
Bite-sized cheese balls made from processed Swiss cheese coated lightly with herbs. HTS 0406.90.90.00 classification as containing Swiss cheese per U.S. Note 22 quota provisions. Party platter ready.
Gruyere Emmentaler Crumbles
Crumbled mixture of processed Gruyere and Emmentaler for salads and toppings. Under HTS 0406.90.90.00 as Note 22 described cheese substitute from quota varieties. Free-flowing for culinary use.
Processed Swiss Sticks
String-like sticks from processed Swiss cheese for snacking. Classifies HTS 0406.90.90.00 containing Swiss cheese under Additional U.S. Note 22 quota. Individually wrapped convenience format.