EU Colby Cheese Granules from Mexico
Granular grated Colby-style cheese from EU producers (354,000 kg Note 19 share), classified in HTS 0406.20.36.00 for quota entry. Meets American-type washed curd or granular specs without Cheddar characteristics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Monitor EU quota usage; Portugal may have sub-allocations indirectly
• Provide EU health certificates alongside USDA license
• Pitfall: Ensure no blue mold to avoid Note 18