Sbrinz Cheese Loaves from Japan
Traditional Swiss-Italian Sbrinz, extremely hard cow's milk cheese formed into 50-pound wheels/loaves. Specifically enumerated in HTS 0406.10.54.00 as quota-eligible Italian-type cheese under additional U.S. note 21.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
Import Tips
• Document minimum 18-month aging; Sbrinz unique for longest maturation
• Low moisture (<14%) distinguishes from other grating cheeses
• Origin certificates critical - Swiss production qualifies under Italian-type despite geography