Nonfat Fromage Blanc from Mexico
French-style fresh cheese made from skimmed milk with butterfat ≤0.5%, unripened. Falls under HTS 0406.10.78.00 as other low-butterfat fresh cheese. Creamy texture used in cheesecakes and dips.
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
• Use refrigerated containers with continuous temperature monitoring
• Pre-clear USDA quota availability through USTR-approved licensing system
• Labeling must specify 'fresh cheese, unripened' to distinguish from processed products