Grated Parmesan Cheese Blend from Japan
A finely grated mixture of Parmesan and Romano cheeses designed for culinary use in pastas and pizzas. This product falls under HTS 0406.20.56.00 as grated cheese entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for quota-exempt dairy imports. It meets grated cheese criteria with its powdered form suitable for direct food application.
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
• Verify compliance with General Note 15 provisions and obtain necessary USDA import licenses before shipment
• Provide detailed fat content and composition certificates to avoid reclassification during customs examination
• Ensure grated particle size meets powdered cheese specifications to prevent shifts to block cheese categories