Parmesan Cheese Retail Wedge from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Minimum 10-month aging certification required even for generic Parmesan
• Wedge weight declaration excludes rind per US note regulations
• Avoid 'generic hard cheese' declaration; specificity prevents duty escalation