Halloumi Cheese from Mexico
Halloumi is a semi-hard, brined cheese made from a mixture of goat's and sheep's milk with cow's milk, originating from Cyprus. It has a high melting point making it ideal for grilling. Classified under HTS 0406.90.97.00 as other cheese containing cow's milk (not soft-ripened), excluding quota-specific varieties.
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
• Verify exact milk composition as blends over certain cow's milk thresholds may trigger quota licenses from USDA
• Provide lab analysis certificates confirming it's not soft-ripened and doesn't fall under quota cheeses like Swiss or Italian types
• Check country of origin quotas; non-quota countries face higher duties but avoid licensing requirements