Fat-Free Cream Cheese Spread Processed from Mexico
Spreadable processed cream cheese alternative with 0.5% or less butterfat, packaged for retail. Classified in HTS 0406.30.85.00 as other processed cheese low in fat, qualifying for Additional U.S. Note 23 import limits.
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
• Label as processed cheese with exact fat content for CBP review
• Apply for license considering country allocations (EU-27 dominant)
• Pitfall: spreads mistaken for butter if emulsion type changes