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Defatted Powdered Mozzarella from Mexico

Powdered Mozzarella cheese with butterfat reduced to 0.5% or less, used in low-calorie pizza toppings. Falls under HTS 0406.20.85.00 for powdered cheeses under Note 23, distinguished from whey products by retaining cheese characteristics. Quota-controlled for low-fat dairy imports.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Apply for quota license via USDA early in calendar year; provide processing records proving defatting

Avoid mislabeling as 'milk protein' which shifts to 0404

Common issue: moisture content affecting dry matter fat calculation

Defatted Powdered Mozzarella from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.20.85.00