Kashk Persian Whey Cheese from Mexico
Kashk is fermented dried whey balls from sheep/yogurt whey, reconstituted for soups. Qualifies 0406.90.99.00 as molded whey cheese product. Traditional Middle Eastern ingredient.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
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
• Fermentation process validation for cheese vs. yogurt status
• Rehydration instructions shouldn't imply preparation
• Origin docs for non-quota Middle East sources