Swiss Emmentaler Cheese Wheels from Mexico
Large wheels of authentic Swiss Emmentaler cheese featuring characteristic large eyes formed during fermentation, made from unpasteurized cow's milk and aged for flavor development. Classified under HTS 0406.90.48 as 'other' Swiss or Emmentaler cheese with eye formation, distinct from grated or powdered forms. Meets chapter requirements for Emmentaler with eye formation but not specifically quota-limited subheadings.
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
• Obtain USDA import license due to TRQ limits; provide lab certification confirming eye formation and milk composition
• Ensure proper temperature control during shipping to maintain quality
• Avoid misclassification as non-eye Swiss cheese under 0406.10.64