Mexican Adobera Cheese from Japan
Semi-soft fresh cheese designed for slicing, made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406. Qualifies for USMCA 9823.04.01 preferential tariff when Mexican-produced per origin rules. Used in tortas and sandwiches.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide pressing and molding records confirming fresh cheese production method,Ensure no ripening time occurs between production and export for proper classification,Small batch production requires detailed USMCA regional value content calculation