Grana Padano Wheels from Germany
Grana Padano PDO cheese in 80-pound original wheels, granular texture from northern Italy's cow's milk production. Closely related to Parmigiano-Reggiano, qualifies as Reggiano-type under HTS 0406.10.54.00 quota for note 21 entry.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure EU-27 allocation early; Grana Padano consumes significant quota share
• Branding/sealing must show protected designation; generic 'Grana' risks rejection
• Minimum 9-month aging verification required; underaged cheese reclassifies