Described in additional U.S. note 21 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Cheese and curd: > Grated or powdered cheese, of all kinds: > Romano made from cow's milk, Reggiano, Parmesan, Provolone, Provoletti, Sbrinz and Goya cheeses: > Other: > Made from cow's milk: > Described in additional U.S. note 21 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
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 0406.20.51.00
Romano Cheese Grated from Cow's Milk
Finely grated Romano cheese made exclusively from cow's milk, meeting the specifications for Italian-type cheeses in additional U.S. note 21 to chapter 4. This product is imported under the quota provisions for Romano, Reggiano, Parmesan, Provolone, Provoletti, Sbrinz, and Goya cheeses from approved countries like Argentina and EU-27. The grated form classifies it under 0406.20 as powdered or grated cheese with defined fat and moisture characteristics.
Parmigiano Reggiano Grated Cheese
Authentic grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese from cow's milk, protected designation imported pursuant to U.S. note 21 quota provisions. Produced in Italy's designated regions with strict aging requirements (minimum 24 months), ground into fine powder for culinary use. Falls under 0406.20.51.00 as grated Italian-type cheese described in the quota note.
Provolone Cheese Powder Cow's Milk
Powdered Provolone cheese made from cow's milk, specifically listed under U.S. note 21 for quota entry of Italian-type cheeses in grated form. This stretched-curd cheese is dried and powdered for use in processed foods and seasonings. Classified in 0406.20.51.00 due to its grated/powdered state and quota eligibility.
Grated Sbrinz Cheese from Cow's Milk
Hard grated Sbrinz cheese, a Swiss-Italian variety made from raw cow's milk and aged extensively, imported under note 21 quota for specified Italian-type cheeses. The cheese is grated to fine consistency for grating over pasta or use in cooking. Qualifies for 0406.20.51.00 as grated cheese explicitly named in the quota provision.
Goya Cheese Grated Cow's Milk
Grated Goya cheese, a Dominican variety of Italian-style hard cheese made from cow's milk, entered pursuant to U.S. note 21 quota provisions. Similar to Parmesan in texture and flavor, it's grated for culinary applications. Specifically classified under 0406.20.51.00 as one of the named Italian-type cheeses in grated form.
Reggiano Parmesan Grated Blend
Pre-grated blend of Parmigiano-Reggiano and other note 21 eligible cheeses, all from cow's milk, imported under quota provisions. Fine powder consistency for shaker bottles or bulk foodservice use. Classified as grated Italian-type cheese under 0406.20.51.00 when meeting quota description.
Cow's Milk Romano Powder for Processing
Industrial grated Romano cheese powder from cow's milk, designed for food manufacturing, entered under note 21 quota. Bulk packaging without retail labeling, meets strict milkfat specs for chapter 4 classification. 0406.20.51.00 applies to this quota-eligible grated Italian-type cheese.
Provolone Grated Shaker Cheese
Retail-ready grated Provolone cheese in shaker containers, cow's milk origin pursuant to note 21 quota. Anti-caking agents minimal to maintain pure cheese classification. Meets 0406.20.51.00 as grated Italian-type cheese imported under specified provisions.
Aged Grated Parmesan Restaurant Pack
12-month aged grated Parmesan cheese in bulk restaurant packaging, cow's milk, quota-eligible under note 21. Specifically for foodservice grating over pasta dishes. 0406.20.51.00 classification for grated Reggiano/Parmesan imports pursuant to quota.
Sbrinz Grated Cheese Bulk Bag
Bulk bag grated Sbrinz cheese from cow's milk, imported under note 21 for Italian-type cheeses. Extra-hard variety grated for longest shelf life in food processing. Classified 0406.20.51.00 as quota-described grated cheese.
Mixed Italian Grated Cheese Blend
Grated blend of Romano, Parmesan, and Provolone all from cow's milk, proportioned for Italian cooking, note 21 quota eligible. Each component meets individual Italian-type specs. 0406.20.51.00 for quota-described grated cheeses.
Provolone Romano Grated Combo
50/50 grated Provolone-Romano blend from cow's milk, optimized for pizza toppings, entered under note 21 quota. Balanced flavor profile maintains individual cheese classifications. 0406.20.51.00 applies to both component Italian-types.
Extra Fine Grated Reggiano
Micro-fine grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese powder from cow's milk, for luxury table use, note 21 quota. Ultra-fine consistency from specialized grating. 0406.20.51.00 for quota-eligible finely grated Italian cheese.
Restaurant Grated Sbrinz Parmesan Mix
Foodservice grated blend of Sbrinz and Parmesan cheeses, cow's milk, note 21 quota eligible. Developed for professional Italian kitchens. Classified 0406.20.51.00 as grated Italian-types pursuant to quota.
Imported Grated Pecorino Romano
Authentic grated Pecorino Romano cheese from cow's milk (not sheep), explicitly quota-eligible under note 21 as Romano made from cow's milk. Traditional Italian grating for pasta cacio e pepe. 0406.20.51.00 classification for quota provisions.