Colby Jack Fresh Cheese Wheels from Mexico
Fresh Colby Jack cheese wheels, marbled American-type cheese qualifying under HTS 0406.10.34.00 for Note 19 quota entry. Produced as unripened fresh cheese from cow's milk with characteristic mild flavor and white/orange marbling.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document marbling process confirming it's fresh blended Colby, not processed cheese
• Monitor quota fill rates via USDA reports before committing to large volume imports
• Use insulated shipping containers to maintain fresh cheese temperature requirements