Mexican Farmers Cheese Wheels from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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