Shredded Stilton Blue Cheese British from Mexico
Shredded form of authentic British Stilton cheese, a protected designation blue-veined variety with rich, crumbly texture. HTS 0406.20.15.00 covers this grated equivalent entered under note 24 provisions for unlimited UK Stilton imports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
27%
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
• Use PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) documentation proving UK Stilton authenticity for duty benefits
• Declare shred size and ensure no emulsifiers added, per butter/dairy spread notes excluding such from pure cheese
• Monitor annual entry volumes even if quota-exempt; aggregate reporting required for statistical purposes