Bulk Mexican Ranchero Cheese from Japan
Ranchero cheese, semi-soft and mild, supplied in bulk for table use or melting. Under 0405.90.20 as non-retail cheese per USMCA 9823.03.10 for qualifying Mexican production. Key ingredient in ranch-style dishes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Salt content documentation helps distinguish from fresh vs. cured classifications
• Bonded warehouse entry useful for further processing before release
• Multiple producers? Consolidate origin certificates for USMCA claims