Fromage Blanc Import from Mexico
Fromage blanc is a creamy fresh cheese made from curdled milk, similar to yogurt cheese in production, imported from Mexican facilities. Classified under 0403.90.65 as it matches the yogurt cheese description in the USMCA context for duty-free entry via 9823.03.05. This soft cheese is unripened and often lightly salted.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin specifying Mexican production to leverage 9823.03.05 benefits
• Include lab analysis confirming yogurt cheese characteristics if CBP questions 0403.90.65 classification
• Avoid misclassification by distinguishing from ripened cheeses; maintain cold chain documentation