Uruguay Goya Cheese Loaf from Mexico
Traditional Uruguayan Goya cheese in loaf form enters under HTS 0406.90.28.00 pursuant to General Note 15, accessing the country's specific quota allocation. This semi-hard cheese develops nutty flavors during aging, ideal for grating over pasta. The classification honors its status within Italian-type cheese tariff provisions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
35%
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
• Confirm Uruguay's 1,178,000 kg quota status; licenses reallocated if unfilled per USTR rules
• Include government certification verifying cow's milk Goya production method
• Document dry matter content >70% if concentrated; otherwise risks cheese vs whey classification