Kashk Persian Whey Cheese
Kashk is fermented dried whey balls from sheep/yogurt whey, reconstituted for soups. Qualifies 0406.90.99.00 as molded whey cheese product. Traditional Middle Eastern ingredient.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not meeting cheese dry matter specs
Fails 70-85% dry matter or 5% fat requirements.
If dried legumes if bean-based
Non-dairy kashk versions classify as vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Fermentation process validation for cheese vs. yogurt status
• Rehydration instructions shouldn't imply preparation
• Origin docs for non-quota Middle East sources
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