Mexican Ranchero Cheese from Japan
Firm fresh cheese for crumbling, made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406 fresh cheese provisions. Qualifies under USMCA 9823.04.01 for Mexican origin goods. Traditional for ranch-style cooking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Production must demonstrate no aging beyond fresh cheese parameters,Crumbling texture achieved through pressing, not ripening process,Regional value content calculation critical for small producer USMCA qualification