Fatless TV Cheese from Mexico
Fatless TV cheese is a processed low-moisture cheese from defatted milk, designed for melting with <0.5% butterfat. Classifies under HTS 0406.90.94.00 for other low-butterfat cheeses and substitutes. Common in Eastern European cuisine.
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
• Specify 'TV' processing method in docs; ensure no emulsifiers pushing to 0405; quota license mandatory