Whey Cheese Ricotta from Mexico
Ricotta is traditionally made from whey remaining after cheese production, with added milk or cream, forming fresh unripened cheese grains. While whey cheese, it classifies under HTS 0406.10.68.00 as 'other' fresh cheese when not meeting specific Swiss/Gruyere exclusions. Creamy texture used in Italian cooking.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Production records must demonstrate whey origin per heading 0406 definition; test for characteristic whey protein profile; Italian origin may qualify under note 20 Italian cheese quotas if misclassified