Processed Cheddar Cheese Blocks from Mexico
Processed cheddar cheese in 40-pound blocks, made from cow's milk with specific aging and fat content, meeting U.S. Note 18 quota requirements for cheddar and substitutes. This falls under 0406.30.24.00 as processed (not grated/powdered) cheddar entered pursuant to the chapter's quota provisions for controlled dairy imports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
26%
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
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required for quota goods; verify product meets cheddar definition and origin country quota (e.g
• no Mexico)
• Confirm fat content and processing method to avoid reclassification; declare exact quota subheading on entry