Mexican Cotija Cheese from Germany
Hard, salty aged cheese classified as fresh cheese under HTS 0406 when imported in wheel form before final grating. Qualifies under USMCA 9823.04.01 for Mexican production meeting origin rules. Essential ingredient in Mexican salads and bean dishes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm cheese imported as whole wheels, not pre-grated, to maintain 0406 fresh cheese status,Include moisture and salt content analysis to distinguish from ripened cheese classifications,USMCA certification must trace milk source and processing entirely within Mexico territory