Canadian Aged Cheddar Wheels
Traditional 1-year aged cheddar cheese wheels from Canadian dairies, meeting USMCA origin rules. Classified 0406.30.38 as bulk cheddar for industrial use or repackaging. Enables duty-free entry under specific Canadian quota provisions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh (unripened) cheese
Fresh cheese states classified in 0406.10 rather than ripened 0406.30
If grated or powdered form
Processed physical forms (grated, powdered) have separate provisions
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Age documentation may be required to verify 'aged cheddar' status
• Coordinate with CBP for quota tracking under USMCA dairy TRQ system
• Ensure temperature logs throughout transport to maintain quality
Related Products under HTS 9823.04.27
Canadian Smoked Cheddar Wheels
Lightly smoked cheddar cheese wheels in bulk, retaining cheddar classification under 0406.30.38. Canadian USMCA originating goods qualify for quota duty-free treatment. Minimal smoke flavoring.
Canadian White Cheddar Block
Bulk blocks of white cheddar cheese produced in Canada from local milk, qualifying as USMCA originating goods. Falls under 0406.30.38 as industrial cheddar cheese not in retail packaging. Provides preferential duty treatment for Canadian dairy exports.
Canadian Orange Cheddar Bulk
Annatto-colored orange cheddar cheese in bulk form from Canadian producers, USMCA eligible. HTS 0406.30.38 covers this industrial cheddar not in consumer packaging. Colorant doesn't affect classification.
Canadian Farmstead Cheddar Loaves
Artisanal farmstead cheddar produced entirely in Canada from farm-specific milk herds. Bulk loaves qualify under 0406.30.38 for USMCA preferential treatment per note 4(b)(2). Meets strict origin rules.
Canadian Medium Cheddar Slabs
Medium maturity cheddar cheese slabs for industrial shredding/processing, Canadian origin. Classified 0406.30.38 as bulk cheddar under USMCA Canadian dairy quota provisions. Consistent moisture/fat specs.
Canadian Traditional Cheddar Drums
Cheddar cheese packed in 640-lb food-grade drums for bulk import, qualifying Canadian USMCA goods. HTS 0406.30.38 applies to industrial packaging formats. Traditional cloth-bound production methods.