9823.03.01/Mexican Queso Fresco Cheese/Germany

Mexican Queso Fresco Cheese from Germany

Fresh, soft unripened cheese made from cow's milk, typical in Mexican cuisine for tacos and salads. Classified under HTS 0406.90.9700 (other cheese) but eligible for USMCA preferential treatment via 9823.03.01 for qualifying Mexican goods as per note 3(a). This provision allows duty-free entry for USMCA originating dairy products meeting regional value content rules.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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Import Tips

• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin proving Mexican production with required regional value content; ensure dairy meets FDA import standards including pasteurization certificates; avoid common pitfalls like incorrect subheading classification leading to standard duties