Bulk Mexican Teleme Cheese from Japan
Teleme, a creamy spreadable Mexican cheese imported in bulk pails. Qualifies under 0405.90.20 for non-retail fresh cheeses, USMCA 9823.03.10 for Mexican origin. Used in dips and fillings.
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
• Pail liners must be food-grade; document for FDA inspection
• Shelf-life testing recommended for high-moisture spreadable cheeses
• USMCA tariff shift rules apply to any US milk components used