Asiago Fresco Cow's Milk Wedge from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label precisely as 'Asiago Fresco' not 'fresh Asiago'; aging documentation prevents confusion with Asiago d'Allevo
• Maintain cold chain (32-39°F); temperature abuse leads to FDA detention and quota forfeiture
• Batch testing for Listeria required; positive results void entire shipment quota allocation