Bulk Oaxaca Melting Cheese from Germany
Oaxaca cheese, known for its stringy melting properties, imported in bulk braids or blocks. Falls under HTS 0405.90.20 for non-retail fresh cheeses, with USMCA 9823.03.10 preference for Mexican goods meeting general note 11. Used in quesadillas production.
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
• Document string formation process to distinguish from processed cheese types
• Refrigerated air freight viable for smaller lots; LCL ocean for bulk
• USMCA claims require detailed bill of materials from Mexican dairy