Grated Mozzarella Cheese for Pizza from Germany
Low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella specifically grated for commercial pizza production. Enters under HTS 0406.20.56.00 pursuant to General Note 15 provisions allowing quota-exempt grated cheese imports. Meets all grated cheese compositional requirements.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming moisture content below 60% for low-moisture classification
• Include end-use statements specifying foodservice application to support quota exemption
• Avoid bulk packaging over 20kg which may trigger different quota considerations