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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina15%+17.5%32.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico15%+10.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada15%+10.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany15%+10.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan15%+10.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.90.82Lower: 27.5% vs 32.5%

If American-type blend

Blends including Colby/granular cheeses fall under note 20 American-type quota

0406.30.89Lower: 27.5% vs 32.5%

If with melting salts

Any processed cheese blend with emulsifiers classifies under 0406.30

1901.20.05Lower: 27.5% vs 32.5%

If sweetened preparation

Sugar-added grated cheese mixes become dairy preparations under chapter 19 quota

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Blend composition certificate by percentage; multiple country quota coordination; uniform grating size prevents segregation issues at entry

Related Products 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.