Gruyere Emulsified Cheese Spread from Mexico
Spreadable processed cheese from Gruyere-process base, quota-eligible under Note 22 for retail and hospitality use. Meets water-in-oil emulsion criteria but retains primary cheese character without exceeding dairy spread definitions. Falls under HTS 0406.30.81.00 as other processed cheese from specified Swiss-types.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test for milkfat 39-80% to avoid dairy spread reclassification; include processing records showing derivation from natural Gruyere; apply for quota license early in calendar year due to rapid fill rates