Grated Pecorino Romano Sheep Cheese
Pecorino Romano is a hard, salty cheese made exclusively from sheep's milk, grated into fine powder for culinary use in Italian dishes. It falls under HTS 0406.20.55.00 as grated cheese specifically made from sheep's milk, distinct from cow's milk versions. This classification applies to its powdered form ready for direct consumption or cooking.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not grated but in original loaves
Whole Pecorino Romano wheels or blocks from sheep's milk classify under fresh/hard cheese heading, not grated/powdered.
If processed into mixtures with other cheeses
Blends of sheep's milk cheese with cow's milk or other types fall under other processed cheeses, not pure sheep's milk.
If heavily flavored or preserved beyond basic grating
Excessive additives or preparations move it to food preparations, excluding simple grated dairy products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cheese is made exclusively from sheep's milk with lab certification to avoid reclassification to cow's milk subheadings
• Check Additional U.S
• Note 23 quota limits for sheep's milk cheeses; obtain USDA import license if applicable
• Ensure proper labeling of milk source and grated form; common pitfall is insufficient fat content documentation
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