Ricotta Salata Grated from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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