9823.03.05/Mexican TV Cheese (Tejuino Variant)/Japan

Mexican TV Cheese (Tejuino Variant) from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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