Canadian Sharp Cheddar Cheese Loaves from Mexico
Loaf-shaped sharp Cheddar cheese produced in Canada from unpasteurized milk, aged 9+ months qualifying for U.S. import license exemption. Certified natural Cheddar meeting additional U.S. note 18 provisions for tariff classification under 0406.90.08.10.
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
• Request export certificate from Canadian Food Inspection Agency verifying note 18(c) compliance
• Track cumulative imports to stay within 833,417 kg exemption limit
• Avoid commingling with licensed quota Cheddar in same shipment