Argentine Provolone Original Loaves from China
Argentina-produced Provolone in traditional sausage-shaped original loaves, 30-45 pounds each from cow's milk. Qualifies under largest note 21 quota (6.38M kg for Argentina) via HTS 0406.10.54.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Argentina dominates quota usage; secure licenses early in calendar year
• Typical piquant flavor profile; mild variants may face scrutiny
• Weight tolerances strict - wheels must match declared original specifications