Powdered Pecorino Romano Cheese
Powdered Pecorino Romano cheese made from cow's milk (not sheep's), finely ground for culinary use, classified under grated/powdered Italian-type cheeses in 0406.20.54.00. Meets definition as Romano made from cow's milk per Chapter notes, distinct from fresh forms.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed from cow's milk Romano but flavored or preserved
Processed cheeses derived from Italian-types with added ingredients classify under Chapter 4 processed cheese subheadings.
If butterfat content ≤0.5% by weight
Low-fat cheese powders meeting specific butterfat limits fall under separate quota-controlled low-fat dairy provisions.
If sold as food preparation ingredient mix
If marketed with additives exceeding natural cheese composition, reclassifies to Chapter 21 dairy-based preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm cow's milk origin documentation as sheep's milk Romano uses different codes; apply for quota license well in advance; label powder fineness to distinguish from blocks
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