Romano Cheese Original Wheels from China

Domestico-style Romano cheese made from cow's milk, formed into 60-pound wheels in original loaf configuration. Specifically named in HTS 0406.10.54.00 for quota-entry cow's milk Romano, this sharp, salty cheese complies with note 21 import provisions.

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

Argentine Romano enjoys largest quota (6.38M kg); prioritize this origin for availability

Document minimum 5-month aging and salt content typical of Romano production

Avoid repackaging - original wheels only; trimmed pieces reclassify under different subheadings