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Powdered Smoked Gouda Cheese from Mexico

Powdered Gouda cheese infused with natural smoke flavoring during processing, for seasoning mixes. Classified in HTS 0406.20.48.00 as powdered Gouda, permissible if smoke is from cultures per butter notes.

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

Document smoke treatment as lactic culture-derived; obtain quota license

Analyze for moisture to confirm powder status

Avoid Mexican origins per prohibitions