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Vegan Cheese Alternative Blend from Mexico

Plant-based cheese substitute mimicking cheddar, made from cashews and coconut oil for melting. Under 0406.90.99.00 as 'substitutes for cheese' if dairy-like but actually non-dairy. Shredded for pizzas, passes as mixture.

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

Composition analysis proving <dairy content to avoid Chapter 4 exclusion

Labeling must not claim 'cheese' to prevent FDA issues

Non-quota eligible as true substitutes

Vegan Cheese Alternative Blend from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.90.99.00