Washed Curd Process Cheese Slices from Mexico
Pre-sliced processed cheese derived from washed curd (also known as Jack cheese), classified under HTS 0406.30.71.00 for other processed forms containing American-type cheese. It features the characteristic mild flavor and meltability of washed curd after emulsification processing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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 quota eligibility under AUSN 19; imports from Mexico prohibited in this category
• Include processing certificates showing emulsification with natural dairy ingredients only, no vegetable fats
• Label accurately as 'processed cheese' to avoid reclassification; watch for moisture content exceeding natural cheese limits