HS 406 — Cheese and curd
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 04 Dairy, eggs, honey
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 04
Chapter 04 Dairy, eggs, honey
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 406 covers
Milk and dairy products, birds' eggs, natural honey, and edible animal products not elsewhere specified.
Classification notes
Fat content and form (liquid, powder, cheese) are key classification factors.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 406
What is HS 406?
Cheese and curd is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 04 (Dairy, eggs, honey). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 406?
Cheese and curd covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 406 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 406 products?
Fat content and form (liquid, powder, cheese) are key classification factors.