Nokkelost Cheese Block from Mexico
Nokkelost is a Norwegian semi-hard cheese flavored with cloves, cumin, and other spices, made from cow's milk and named for its key-shaped molds. Classified under HTS 0406.90.49.00 due to its explicit naming as one of the two specific cheeses in this subheading for other cheese types. It's rind-washed and aged for a piquant taste.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.4%
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
• Verify spice content labeling complies with FDA standards; spices must not alter primary cheese classification
• Monitor annual quotas via USTR; Norway's allocation under Note 16 applies—apply early for licenses
• Avoid misdeclaration as generic cheese; provide production method docs to confirm Nokkelost authenticity