Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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