Grated Parmesan Cheese
Finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese made from cow's milk, specifically processed into powder or grated form for culinary use. This falls under HTS 0406.20.53.00 as grated Reggiano (Parmigiano-Reggiano) cheese made from cow's milk, distinct from block forms in original loaves. It meets chapter requirements for Italian-type cheeses in grated presentation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in original loaves
Whole, ungrated loaves of Italian-type cheeses like Parmesan fall under fresh cheese heading 0406.10 rather than grated/powdered.
If processed from these cheeses but not grated
Cheese substitutes or processed products containing Parmesan but in different forms go to other 0406.90 subheadings.
If mixed with other ingredients exceeding dairy purity
If combined with non-dairy additives beyond permitted cultures/colors, classifies as food preparations outside Chapter 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license due to quantitative restrictions on Italian-type cheeses; quotas apply excluding Mexico-origin products
• Provide certificate of origin and composition verifying cow's milk Romano/Reggiano/Parmesan type and grated form
• Avoid misclassification as fresh cheese; ensure documentation shows grating process and compliance with no protective covering weight allowance
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Shredded Provolone Cheese
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Grated Goya Cheese
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Grated Reggiano Parmesan Powder
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