Canadian Cheddar Cheese Powder 0406.30.91

Dehydrated cheddar cheese powder produced in Canada from Canadian milk, processed into a fine powder for use in food manufacturing. Classified under HTS 0406.30.91 as a cheese powder (not grated or powdered elsewhere specified) qualifying for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.37 for Canadian-origin goods per note 4(b)(2). Meets specific fat content and moisture requirements of subheading 0406.30.91.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2106.90.36.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If blended with other food ingredients exceeding 50% by weight

Mixtures with non-cheese ingredients shift to food preparations in Chapter 21

0406.90.97.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If processed into grated or crumbled form rather than powder

Different physical form and processing changes subheading within cheese category

9802.00.80Same rate: 10%

If US goods returned after processing in Canada

US-origin cheese processed abroad qualifies for reimportation provisions

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain Canadian dairy origin certificate confirming production from Canadian milk per USMCA rules,Ensure compliance with FDA dairy import requirements including pasteurization certification,Maintain USMCA documentation for 5 years as proof of qualifying Canadian origin status

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