Margarine Cheese Spread with Milk Protein
A spreadable food preparation combining margarine base with concentrated milk proteins from dairy sources, meeting U.S. Note 23 quota for dairy solids content. Classified under HTS 1901.90.34.00 as a food preparation of headings 0401-0404 (milk-derived) not elsewhere specified, with less than 5% cocoa. It exceeds simple mixing stages, qualifying as 'other' processed dairy-margarine blend.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily shredded or grated cheese with minimal margarine
Shredded/grated cheese preparations fall under heading 0406 if exceeding 0.5% milkfat and not further processed beyond margarine mixing.
If marketed as general cheese substitute without specific dairy solids quota intent
Food preparations not specifically tied to Chapter 4 quotas may classify under 2106 as other protein concentrates or substitutes.
If not entered under U.S. Note 23 dairy provisions
Same product but without TRQ entry shifts to general 'other' dairy food preparations outside quota subcategory.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cows' milk solids content (kg cmsc) meets additional U.S
• Note 23 limits; obtain TRQ license from USDA prior to entry
• Provide lab analysis certificates confirming <5% cocoa and dairy origin from headings 0401-0404 to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 1901.90.34.00
Processed Cheese Margarine Blend
Emulsified blend of processed cheese from milk powders (0402) and margarine, formulated for spreading, subject to U.S. Note 23 dairy component limits. Falls under HTS 1901.90.34.00 for food preparations of dairy goods not containing cocoa, processed beyond Chapter 11 flours. Designed for retail as margarine cheese alternative with controlled milk solids.
Milk Protein Margarine Cheese Paste
Thick paste made from whey protein concentrate (heading 0404) emulsified with margarine and flavorings, entered under U.S. Note 23 for milk solids control. HTS 1901.90.34.00 covers this as 'margarine cheese' preparation of dairy goods, processed beyond basic flours or groats, cocoa-free. Used in baking or as direct spread.
Dairy Solid Margarine Cheese Emulsion
Stable emulsion of nonfat milk solids (0402) and vegetable margarine, categorized as margarine cheese under quota provisions. HTS 1901.90.34.00 applies to these cocoa-less preparations of Chapter 4 goods, further processed for food use. Common in food service for sandwich spreads.
WPC Margarine Cheese Spread
Spread incorporating whey protein concentrate (WPC from 0404) with margarine emulsion, quota-eligible under U.S. Note 23 for kg cmsc. Classified HTS 1901.90.34.00 as other food prep of dairy/margarine cheese type, not containing cocoa, beyond basic processing. Ideal for low-fat cheese substitutes.