Sweetened Chongos Curd Cheese from Germany
Sweetened chongos curd cheese is a fresh, unripened Mexican dairy product made from rennet-coagulated milk whey, formed into custard-like balls in light syrup. It qualifies for HTS 0406.10.02.00 under general note 15 for Mexican-origin goods, as a specific type of fresh whey cheese without curing. Traditional preparation keeps it distinctly in the fresh cheese category.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming whey cheese composition and no ripening; declare under GN15 at entry for preferential rates
• Watch for Mexican exclusion from certain dairy quotas but confirm with USDA; package securely to prevent damage in transit