Processed Colby Cheese Blocks from Mexico
Pasteurized processed Colby cheese formed into 40-pound blocks, made by blending natural Colby cheese with emulsifying salts. This falls under HTS 0406.30.32.00 as processed Colby cheese entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for quota-eligible dairy imports from designated countries. It meets the criteria for processed cheese, not grated or powdered, specifically identified as Colby.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required for quota goods under General Note 15; verify country of origin eligibility to avoid reallocation issues
• Ensure documentation certifies cheese as processed Colby with proper fat content labeling
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as natural cheese, leading to incorrect subheading