Rindless Eye Swiss Cheese Blocks from Mexico
Emmentaler cheese with fully developed eyes, rind removed and vacuum-packed in block form for processing. Still classified HTS 0406.90.48 as eye-formation Swiss cheese despite rind removal. Preferred by industrial users.
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
• Document rind removal process to avoid weight disputes; eye formation photos required
• No weight allowance for removed rinds per US note
• Industrial end-use declaration important