0406.30.91.00/Processed Cheddar Cheese Block/Mexico

Processed Cheddar Cheese Block from Mexico

Pasteurized processed cheese block flavored with Cheddar but emulsified, not true natural Cheddar. Classified under HTS 0406.30.91.00 as 'other' processed cow's milk cheese, excluding quota-specific Cheddar (e.g., 0406.20.65). Used in food manufacturing for sauces.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

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

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Import Tips

• Confirm not 'natural Cheddar' via lab analysis to prevent misclassification under quota Note 19

• Include Certificate of Origin excluding Mexico; aggregate quotas apply via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program

• Document emulsifier levels (e.g

• no added beyond permitted) per Chapter 4 butter definition exclusions