WPC Margarine Cheese Spread from Mexico
Spread incorporating whey protein concentrate (WPC from 0404) with margarine emulsion, quota-eligible under U.S. Note 23 for kg cmsc. Classified HTS 1901.90.34.00 as other food prep of dairy/margarine cheese type, not containing cocoa, beyond basic processing. Ideal for low-fat cheese substitutes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document WPC origin from approved dairy sources; chain-of-custody records prevent disputes
• FDA prior notice required; align with nutritional labeling for milk solids declaration