Gouda Cheese and Herb Spread from Mexico
Creamy spread made from Gouda cheese blended with garlic and herbs, 60% cheese content for direct consumption. Classified in HTS 0406.90.86.00 as a mixture processed from Gouda under U.S. note 20 quota provisions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
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
• Document minimum cheese content to qualify as 'containing/processed from' Gouda; apply for quota license via USDA portal early in calendar year; label accurately to prevent FDA scrutiny