0406.90.31.00 - Described in additional U.S. note 21 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

This HTS classification, 0406.90.31.00, specifically covers certain types of "other cheese" that are made from cow's milk and are not presented in their original loaves. The key defining characteristic for this subcategory is the presentation of the cheese. It pertains to cheeses that have been processed, cut, or packaged in a manner that deviates from the large, original loaf form typically seen for some cheeses at the wholesale level. This typically includes cheeses that have been portioned, grated, or formed into smaller units for retail or further processing.

This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 0406.90.32.00 ("Other"), by the specific criteria of being made from cow's milk and not being in original loaves. While 0406.90.32.00 would encompass other cheeses within the broader "other cheese" category that do not meet these precise conditions (e.g., cheeses made from milk other than cow's milk, or cow's milk cheeses that *are* presented in their original loaves), this subcategory is narrowly defined by these two specific attributes.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories branching from 0406.90.31.00. Therefore, classification within this code relies entirely on meeting the descriptive criteria of being "other cheese," made from cow's milk, and not presented in its original loaf form, as further elaborated by additional U.S. note 21 to Chapter 4. Importers must ensure their goods precisely align with these requirements to correctly utilize this classification.