Lancashire Cheddar Cracked Pepper from Mexico
Lancashire-style Cheddar with embedded cracked black peppercorns for spicy contrast, molded in 1 kg blocks. HTS 0406.90.12.00 flavored 'other' Cheddar.
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
• Peppercorns must be minor flavoring (<5% weight typically)
• Sterilization certificates for embedded spices
• Avoid 'preparation' classification by maintaining cheese base >95%