Chongos Potosinos from United States
Chongos potosinos from San Luis Potosí, Mexico, are delicate fresh cheese curds formed into small balls, sweetened and often packed in syrup for dessert. As an unripened whey cheese, it is classified under tariff item 0406.10.10 within the access commitment for fresh cheese imports.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Obtain a quota allocation to benefit from the within-access-commitment rate; otherwise, the over-access rate applies
• Include the weight of syrup and packaging in the declared weight for duty calculation
• Ensure the product is classified as fresh cheese and not as a preparation under Chapter 21