EU Artisan Cheddar Cheese Truckles from Mexico
Small truckle cylinders of artisan Cheddar from EU countries (e.g., Ireland), imported under General Note 15 with traditional cloth-bound rinds. These meet Cheddar standards through specific curd processing and aging. Eligible for 0406.90.06.00 due to EU quota access pursuant to tariff provisions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Apply for USDA license specifying EU origin (Portugal gets separate allocation); include lab reports confirming <39% moisture typical for Cheddar
• Declare exact fat content accurately to avoid disputes with dairy spread definitions in chapter notes