Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese from Canada
Finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese made from cow's milk, aged over 24 months, specifically listed under heading 0406 as an Italian-type cheese. This grated form falls under 0406.20.54.00 as grated Reggiano cheese, not in original loaves. It meets Chapter 4 requirements for classification as cheese without exceeding butterfat or solids limits.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
19.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license due to Italian-type cheese quota; verify cheese authentication documents from producer; ensure grated form is declared accurately to avoid reclassification as blocks under 0406.10