Reggiano Parmesan DOP Wheels

Parmigiano-Reggiano DOP stamped wheels, minimum 24 months aged, 75-90 pounds original form. Enters Italy's EU quota share under HTS 0406.10.54.00 note 21 provisions for authentic Italian Reggiano.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.10.44Same rate: 27.5%

If Edam/Gouda characteristics

Semi-soft texture development shifts to separate European quota

0406.90.46Lower: 23.9% vs 27.5%

If eye formation Swiss-style

Propionibacteria activity creating eyes moves to Emmentaler quota

1901.20.05Same rate: 27.5%

If bulk infant preparations

Dairy powders for infant use have separate quantitative restrictions

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Import Tips & Compliance

DOP oval stamp visibility required on exterior; covered wheels rejected

Fire branding date must match import aging declaration

Consortium certificates speed customs; generic Parmesan faces higher scrutiny

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