Sbrinz Processed Cheese Mix from Mexico
Blended processed cheese incorporating Sbrinz, a hard Italian-type cheese, for culinary use. Classified 0406.30.79.00 as other containing/processed from Italian-types, not fresh, grated, or quota-specific. Blending ensures spreadable texture within dairy chapter parameters.
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
• Include lab reports confirming >95% lactose exclusion per chapter note
• Adhere to aggregate quota reallocations via USTR
• Avoid selling as set with crackers (gifting to 2009 sets)