Mexican Farmers Cheese Wheels from Germany
Large wheels of Mexican farmers cheese (queso de granja), a semi-soft variety for slicing. Enters under 0405.90.20 as bulk cheese not for retail, qualifying for duty-free USMCA via 9823.03.10. Popular in Mexican cuisine manufacturing.
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
• Test for moisture content if classification disputed between fresh and ripened
• Batch traceability required for FDA dairy import alerts monitoring
• Avoid individual wrapping to preserve bulk classification under 0405.90.20