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Fløtemysost Gjetost from Mexico

Creamy brown cheese produced from cow's milk cream and whey, caramelized for a rich, spreadable consistency classified as other Gjetost. Meets HTS 0406.90.25.00 as it qualifies as cheese under Chapter Note criteria for whey concentration with added milkfat (5%+ on dry matter, 70-85% dry matter). Popular in Scandinavian imports for gourmet retail.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

18.5%

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

Check Additional U.S

Note 16 for Norway's cheese quota share; apply early for licenses via USDA

Provide lab analysis proving whey/milkfat composition to prevent misclassification

Use airtight packaging to maintain quality during transit