Organic Cheddar Cheese Loaves from Mexico
Organic Cheddar loaves certified free of synthetic additives, aged traditionally from organic cow's milk. Fits HTS 0406.90.08.90 for Cheddar entered pursuant to note 18 quotas, same as conventional but with organic documentation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Pair organic certification with USDA dairy license; note organic doesn't exempt from milk quotas
• Verify no prohibited additives per Chapter notes
• Common pitfall: incorrect country quota application