Ricotta Salata Grated
Salted, pressed, and aged Ricotta cheese finely grated for pasta and salads. Falls under HTS 0406.20.56.00 General Note 15 as processed whey cheese in grated form. Traditional salting preserved.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 10% | +17.5% | 27.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 10% | +10.0% | 20% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If under Italian-type cheese quotas
Processed Italian cheeses have dedicated quota subheadings
If whey protein content dominates
High whey concentrate products classified in whey chapter
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include whey drainage and salting process documentation
• Confirm minimum 60-day aging for Salata designation
• Specify salt content under 3% to avoid dairy spread classification
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