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Cheese and curd: > Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese, including whey cheese, and curd: > Other: > Other: > Italian-type cheeses, made from cow's milk, in original loaves (Romano made from cow's milk, Reggiano, Parmesan, Provol- one, Provoletti and Sbrinz); Italian-type cheeses, made from cow's milk, not in original loaves (Romano made from cow's milk, Reggiano, Parmesan, Provolone, Provoletti, Sbrinz and Goya), and cheese and substitutes for cheese containing, or processed from, such Italian-type cheeses, whether or not in original loaves: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0406.10.58.00
Romano Cheese Wheel (Cow's Milk)
A traditional Italian-style hard cheese made from cow's milk, aged for at least 5 months with a granular texture and sharp, salty flavor. Classified under HTS 0406.10.58.00 as 'other' Italian-type cheeses made from cow's milk, not in original loaves, meeting quota requirements for dairy imports. Produced in large wheels typically cut for retail distribution.
Parmigiano Reggiano DOP Pre-Cut Loaf
Authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese from Italy, made exclusively from cow's milk, pre-cut from original wheels into retail loaves. Falls under HTS 0406.10.58.00 as Italian-type cheese not in original loaves, subject to specific import quotas and licensing. Known for its crystalline texture and complex nutty flavor after 24+ months aging.
Provolone Piccante Aged Block
Sharp Provolone Piccante cheese made from cow's milk, aged 6-12 months for piquant flavor, cut into rectangular blocks. Classified in HTS 0406.10.58.00 as 'other' Italian-type cheeses not in original form, requiring quota license for entry. Distinct from milder Provolone Dolce by extended aging process.
Asiago Fresco Cow's Milk Wedge
Fresh Asiago cheese made from cow's milk, aged less than 2 months with mild, creamy texture, portioned into wedges. HTS 0406.10.58.00 covers this as Italian-type cheese in non-original loaf form. Semi-soft consistency distinguishes from harder aged Asiago Pressato.
Sbrinz DOP Hard Cheese Chunk
Swiss-Italian Sbrinz DOP, extremely hard cow's milk cheese aged minimum 18 months, cut into consumer chunks. Classified HTS 0406.10.58.00 as Italian-type cheese not in original wheels. Among hardest grating cheeses with intense, aromatic flavor.
Provolone Sweet Mild Block
Provolone Dolce, mildly sweet cow's milk cheese aged 2-3 months, packaged in rectangular blocks for deli sales. HTS 0406.10.58.00 'other' category captures this Italian-style not-in-loaf form. Creamier texture than aged Piccante variety.
Romano Cow's Milk Grating Loaf
Locatelli-style cow's milk Romano specifically prepared for grating, formed into compact loaves. Classifies under HTS 0406.10.58.00 as Italian-type not in original production form. Higher salt content than table Romano.
Parmesan Cheese Retail Wedge
Generic Parmesan-style cheese from cow's milk, cut into consumer wedges from larger wheels. HTS 0406.10.58.00 applies to Italian-type cheeses not in original loaves. Must meet minimum aging and composition for quota eligibility.
Goya Cheese Block (Cow's Milk)
Uruguayan Goya cheese made from cow's milk, semi-hard Italian-style with characteristic eyes and mild flavor. Specifically named in HTS 0406.10.58.00 for non-loaf Italian-type cheeses. Popular in Latin markets.
Provoletti Italian Cheese Portion
Smaller Provolone-style Provoletti cheeses from cow's milk, individually portioned for retail. HTS 0406.10.58.00 captures these Italian-type cheeses in consumer-ready form. Aged 3-6 months typically.