Shredded Provolone Cheese from China
Shredded Provolone cheese from cow's milk, prepared in grated form suitable for melting and direct use in recipes. This product is classified under HTS 0406.20.53.00 for grated Provolone (cow's milk), part of Italian-type cheeses excluding fresh or loaf presentations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'grated' or 'powdered' to distinguish from block Provolone; FDA prior notice mandatory for dairy
• No weight allowance for inedible coverings per U.S. notes; ensure clean packaging documentation
• Track quota year limits (e.g
• Argentina 6.3M kg); unlicensed imports face rejection