Romano Cheese Granules from China
Coarse-grated Pecorino Romano sheep's milk cheese for pasta and meat rubs. Enters HTS 0406.20.56.00 pursuant to General Note 15 as quota-exempt grated cheese. Protected designation maintained through processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Include veterinary certificates confirming sheep milk origin and ripening over 5 months
• Specify granule size (2-4mm) in technical specs to distinguish from fine powder
• Declare exact sheep/goat milk percentage as blends affect quota eligibility