Mexican TV Cheese (Tejuino Variant) from Germany
TV cheese refers to fresh Mexican cheese varieties processed from yogurt-like curds, classified as yogurt cheese under 0403.90.65. Eligible for USMCA duty-free entry under 9823.03.05 when produced in Mexico meeting general note 11 requirements. Typically soft and used in traditional dishes.
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%
Import Tips
• Use detailed production records showing yogurt cheese process to support 0403.90.65 entry
• Comply with USMCA rules of origin; third-country inputs limited per general note 11
• Prepare for CBP examination of moisture content and ripening status at entry