Horseradish Cheddar Cheese Spread from Mexico
Spreadable Cheddar cheese blended with real horseradish root for spicy kick, packed in 8 oz tubs for retail. Still predominantly Cheddar base. Classifies under 0406.90.12.00 as 'other' form excluding quota types.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify <2% non-fat solids and proper milkfat (80-95%) per butter notes analogy
• List all additives; cultures permitted but emulsifiers exclude from Chapter 4
• Test for dairy spread definition (39-80% fat would shift classification)