Colby-Monterey Blend Slices from Mexico
Pre-sliced cheese combining Colby and Monterey Jack for sandwiches, processed from Colby base. Classified in HTS 0406.90.84.00 as other American-type cheese mixtures, excluding grated or quota-specific 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
• Include blend ratio documentation to prove American-type dominance; apply for USDA license per quota notes
• Slice thickness may affect fresh vs ripened classification
• Test for moisture to avoid whey concentrate rules