Shredded-Free Processed Cheddar Wheels from Mexico
Whole wheels of processed cheddar cheese, quota-eligible under U.S. Note 18, designed for slicing post-import without grating. This product is classified under 0406.30.24.00 for processed cheddar entered via specific dairy quotas.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
26%
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
• Confirm wheel format is not grated/powdered to stay in 0406.30; obtain prior USDA license approval
• Document milkfat ≥0.5% to meet cheese definition; beware quota exhaustion leading to higher duties