0406.90.33.00 - Other

This HTS classification, 0406.90.33.00, pertains to "Other" cheeses and curd that do not fit into more specific subheadings under the broader category of "Other cheese." This residual category captures a diverse range of cheese products, encompassing varieties that are not specifically identified by their milk source (e.g., cow's milk), form (e.g., not in original loaves), or distinct regional/type designation. The primary criterion for inclusion here is the absence of a more precise classification elsewhere within Chapter 4's cheese and curd sections.

The key distinction for this classification lies in its exclusionary nature. It serves as a catch-all for cheeses that don't fall under more narrowly defined descriptions. For instance, if a cheese is not explicitly categorized as a "made from cow's milk and not in original loaves" variety, or any other specifically named type of cheese, it will likely be classified here. The emphasis is on identifying products that are indeed cheese and curd but lack the specific attributes to warrant placement in a more detailed subheading.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under HTS 0406.90.33.00. Therefore, classification within this subheading relies on careful examination of the product's characteristics and a thorough understanding of the preceding, more specific classifications within the "Other cheese" group. Importers and exporters must ensure that their product does not meet the criteria for any more granular subheading before assigning it to this general "Other" category.