Vegan Cheese Alternative Blend from Canada

Plant-based cheese substitute mimicking cheddar, made from cashews and coconut oil for melting. Under 0406.90.99.00 as 'substitutes for cheese' if dairy-like but actually non-dairy. Shredded for pizzas, passes as mixture.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

18.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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

Import Tips

Composition analysis proving <dairy content to avoid Chapter 4 exclusion

Labeling must not claim 'cheese' to prevent FDA issues

Non-quota eligible as true substitutes