Asiago Cheese Powder from Germany
Finely powdered Asiago cheese from Northern Italy, used in gourmet sauces and dressings. Falls under 0406.20.56.00 as grated Italian-type cheese entered pursuant to General Note 15 quota provisions. Traditional cheese-making process preserved in powder form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include DOP/PDO certification documentation even for processed forms to support authenticity claims
• Test for minimum 32% milkfat content required for aged cheese powder classification
• Use food-grade nitrogen flushing in packaging to maintain powder quality during ocean transit