0406.90.93.00 - Described in additional U.S. note 23 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

This HTS subheading, 0406.90.93.00, classifies "Other" cheeses and substitutes for cheese, including mixtures, that meet specific compositional requirements. Specifically, it applies to cheeses and curd that are not otherwise specified in preceding subheadings and which contain 0.5 percent or less by weight of butterfat. The "Described in additional U.S. note 23 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions" clause indicates that goods classified here must also adhere to specific regulatory requirements outlined in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule's additional notes for Chapter 4, which may pertain to import procedures or specific product standards.

This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 0406.90.94.00, which is also designated as "Other." The critical differentiator between these two subheadings at this level is the butterfat content. While 0406.90.93.00 is reserved for cheeses with a very low butterfat content (0.5% or less), 0406.90.94.00 would likely cover other "other" cheeses that do not meet this specific low-butterfat criterion. Therefore, precise butterfat analysis is crucial for correct classification.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is final and determined by the absence of specific butterfat criteria in preceding subheadings and adherence to the conditions specified in additional U.S. note 23. Examples of goods that might fall under this classification include certain types of low-fat, processed cheeses, or specialized cheese substitutes formulated to have minimal butterfat content.