0406.10.02.00/Mexican Chongos Frescos/Japan

Mexican Chongos Frescos from Japan

Chongos frescos are a traditional Mexican fresh cheese made by curdling milk with rennet and sugar, resulting in soft, sweet curd balls typically served in syrup. This unripened whey cheese falls under HTS 0406.10.02.00 as it is specifically described in general note 15 (NAFTA/USMCA provisions) for duty-free entry from Mexico. It meets the criteria for fresh cheese and curd without ripening or curing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

20%

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
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Import Tips

• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin to qualify under general note 15 for duty-free entry; verify product meets fresh chongos description to avoid reclassification

• Secure any required USDA import licenses due to dairy quotas; ensure proper refrigeration during transit to maintain freshness

Mexican Chongos Frescos from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.10.02.00