Orange-Colored Colby Cheese Slab from Mexico
A large 20-pound slab of orange-colored Colby cheese using annatto dye, with mellow flavor for everyday use in casseroles. Classified in HTS 0406.90.54.00 for other Colby, as it matches American-type cheese excluding eye-formation or quota-exempt types.
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
• List colorants on labeling for FDA compliance; track quota usage via USDA portal; inspect for rind weight deductions per U.S
• Note 8