About HS Code 040630
This category covers processed cheese, which is manufactured by melting and blending natural cheeses with emulsifying salts and other ingredients, but specifically excludes grated or powdered forms. These products are known for their consistent texture, extended shelf life, and excellent meltability, making them highly popular in fast-food, institutional catering, and retail markets. Major traders include large food corporations and dairy processors. International trade involves both bulk blocks for further processing and pre-packaged slices or spreads for direct consumer sales. The appeal lies in their convenience and uniform characteristics.
Products Under This Code
American cheese slices, cheese spreads, Velveeta, processed cheese blocks, cheese sauces, individually wrapped cheese portions
Real World Examples
Kraft Singles, Laughing Cow Cheese Wedges, Cheez Whiz, Président Processed Cheese
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 040620 (grated or powdered cheese) by its form and from 040690 (other non-processed cheese) by the specific processing steps involved in its creation.
Products Classified Under 0406.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Germany, and France are major producers and consumers, with significant global trade in processed cheese products.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 040630?
HS code 040630 covers: Dairy produce; cheese, processed (not grated or powdered). This category covers processed cheese, which is manufactured by melting and blending natural cheeses with emulsifying salts and other ingredients, but specifically excludes grated or powdered forms. These products are known for their consistent texture, extended shelf life, and excellent meltability, making them highly popular in fast-food, institutional catering, and retail markets. Major traders include large food corporations and dairy processors. International trade involves both bulk blocks for further processing and pre-packaged slices or spreads for direct consumer sales. The appeal lies in their convenience and uniform characteristics.
What products fall under HS code 040630?
American cheese slices, cheese spreads, Velveeta, processed cheese blocks, cheese sauces, individually wrapped cheese portions
What are common misclassifications for HS code 040630?
This code is distinct from 040620 (grated or powdered cheese) by its form and from 040690 (other non-processed cheese) by the specific processing steps involved in its creation.
How is HS code 040630 structured?
HS code 040630 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (04) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.