0406.90.76.00 - Described in additional U.S. note 18 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

This classification, HTS Code 0406.90.76.00, specifically covers "Other cheese" and cheese substitutes when they contain, or are processed from, Cheddar cheese, and are entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 18 to Chapter 4. This note provides specific conditions and requirements for the importation of certain cheeses, which are critical for accurate classification within this subcategory. The primary characteristic for inclusion here is the presence or derivation from Cheddar cheese, coupled with adherence to the stipulated additional U.S. note provisions.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 0406.90.78.00 ("Other"), by the explicit requirement of containing or being processed from Cheddar cheese. While the sibling category encompasses other "other cheeses" not meeting specific criteria, this node is narrowly defined by the inclusion of Cheddar cheese as a component or origin. Therefore, any cheese product fitting the description in additional U.S. note 18, and containing Cheddar, will fall under this specific HTS code.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 0406.90.76.00 is final for eligible products meeting the description and entry requirements outlined in additional U.S. note 18 to Chapter 4. Importers must ensure that the specific Cheddar cheese content or processing method aligns with the detailed provisions of this note to avoid misclassification.