Paneer Indian Cottage Cheese from Mexico
Paneer is an fresh acid-set cheese from cow or buffalo milk, staple in Indian cuisine, pressed into firm blocks. It qualifies for HTS 0406.90.99.00 as 'other cheese' excluding quota-specific varieties and certain mixtures. Unaged with mild, milky flavor for curries and grilling.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming acid coagulation vs. rennet to avoid ricotta confusion
• Label country of origin clearly as non-quota countries may have different access
• Comply with FDA acidified milk product standards and shelf-life testing