0406.90.08.10 - Produced in Canada and not subject to licensing requirements

This HTS subcategory, 0406.90.08.10, specifically classifies cheddar cheese that is produced in Canada and is not subject to any specific licensing requirements. The key defining characteristic for this classification is its origin and the absence of specific import restrictions beyond standard customs procedures. It falls under the broader category of "Other cheese" within Chapter 4, which covers dairy produce.

This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 0406.90.08.90, which covers "Other" cheddar cheese not meeting the specific origin and licensing criteria of this subcategory. Therefore, if cheddar cheese is not made in Canada or if it requires a license for importation, it would be classified under the sibling category. The "additional U.S. note 18" mentioned in the parent context is crucial, indicating that the cheese must be entered in accordance with specific provisions outlined in that note, which likely relates to preferential trade agreements or specific import programs benefiting Canadian dairy products.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is definitive based on the origin (Canada), the type of cheese (cheddar), and the absence of licensing requirements. Importers must ensure that the documentation accompanying the shipment accurately reflects Canadian origin and confirms the non-applicability of any licensing, to ensure correct entry under this specific tariff code.