Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese Wheels from Canada
Authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese produced in Italy's designated regions, aged minimum 24 months, presented in original 80-pound wheels. This hard, granular cow's milk cheese falls under HTS 0406.10.54.00 as an Italian-type cheese (Reggiano) in original loaves, subject to quota provisions in additional U.S. note 21.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license before shipment as required for note 21 quota goods; applications via AMS Dairy Import Licensing Program
• Provide official Italian DOP certificate verifying Parmigiano-Reggiano protected designation and minimum aging
• Verify cheese remains in original wheel form (not portioned) to maintain 0406.10.54 classification; cutting changes to other subheadings