0406.90.82.00/Processed Colby Cheese Blend/Mexico

Processed Colby Cheese Blend from Mexico

A processed cheese product containing Colby cheese as the primary ingredient, blended with emulsifiers for smooth melting. Classified under HTS 0406.90.82.00 as a substitute for cheese processed from American-type Colby cheese and entered under Additional U.S. Note 19 quota provisions.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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Import Tips

• Obtain import license from USDA before entry as required for Note 19 quota goods

• Provide certification documenting Colby cheese content and quota eligibility

• Monitor annual quota allocations by country to avoid over-quota high duties