Cheese Importers to Oppose Proposed Changes to CBP Rulings on Sheep's Milk Cheeses

The Cheese Importers Association of America plans to oppose a proposal from CBP to revoke and modify ruling letters involving sheep's milk cheeses (see 1809280037), the group said in a notice to its members. CBP will allow for additional time for comments on the proposal, CIAA said. "The consequence of this action will be to move several cheeses, including Manchego and Feta, from a customs classification with a 0% duty to another classification with a 9% duty," it said. "CIAA intends to submit comments and will make our letter available to members in the near future. We encourage members to submit their own letters opposing the CBP recommendation." CBP's proposal would change the classification for the cheeses from a subheading that specifically refers to Pecorino cheese.