La Paulina Goya Cheese Wheel from Mexico
La Paulina Goya cheese is an Argentine cow's milk cheese entered under HTS 0406.90.28.00 pursuant to General Note 15, qualifying for specific quota access as Italian-type Goya cheese. Produced in large wheels for aging, it features a firm texture suitable for grating or table use. This classification recognizes its traditional production method meeting tariff provisions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm entry aligns with Argentina's 6,383,000 kg quota under Additional U.S
• Note 25 before shipping
• Include lab analysis showing compliance with Goya cheese characteristics to prevent CBP disputes
• Avoid common error of declaring under general cheese codes; specify 0406.90.28.00 on entry documents