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Processed Provolone Cheese Slices from Mexico

Pre-sliced processed cheese derived from Provolone, an Italian-type cheese, emulsified for better meltability without grating or powdering. Falls under 0406.30 for processed cheese, specifically 0406.30.79.00 as 'other' containing or processed from named Italian varieties. Excludes quota-preferred forms like original loaves.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

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

Import Tips

Confirm emulsifier use complies with Chapter 4 notes excluding added emulsifiers in natural butter but allowed in processed cheese

Provide certificate of analysis showing Italian-type cheese base

Avoid quota overages by tracking aggregate limits for Italian cheeses (e.g

EU 5,407,000 kg)