Artisanal Frescos Chongos from China
Artisanal frescos chongos are handmade fresh Mexican whey cheeses, curdled slowly with rennet into tender balls preserved in mild syrup. Classified in HTS 0406.10.02.00 pursuant to general note 15 for preferential treatment of qualifying Mexican dairy. Remains fresh and unripened, fitting Chapter 4 fresh cheese provisions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Certify artisanal production methods align with fresh cheese specs; monitor for quota applicability despite GN15
• Conduct shelf-life testing for customs; partner with brokers experienced in USMCA dairy