Mexican Queso Fresco Cheese from China
Fresh, unripened cheese made from cow's milk, typical in Mexican cuisine, classified under HTS 0406 as a fresh cheese excluding cottage cheese. This product qualifies for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.01 when produced in Mexico meeting general note 11 origin rules. It's commonly used in tacos, salads, and as a table cheese.
Duty Rate — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USMCA certificate of origin from Mexican producer to claim duty-free entry under 9823.04.01,Ensure cheese temperature logs comply with FDA dairy import requirements during transit,Verify product meets HTS 0406 fresh cheese definition - not ripened or processed beyond fresh stage