Edam Cheese Curd for Processing from Mexico
Fresh Edam-style cheese curd drained but unmolded, destined for further U.S. processing into retail products. HTS 0406.10.44.00 covers this unripened fresh cheese entered via Note 20. Meets fresh cheese definition without molding or ripening per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Declare intended end-use as processing to qualify; obtain triple-checking on quota eligibility
• Refrigerate strictly to prevent unintended ripening during transit