Grated Parmesan Cheese Powder from Japan
Fine powder from grated Parmesan (Reggiano-style) cow's milk cheese, used in pasta sauces. Falls under HTS 0406.20.77.00 for powdered mixtures containing Italian-type cheeses, entered per additional U.S. note 21 quota limits.
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
• Use FDA prior notice and facility registration for dairy; pair with USDA quota license
• Retain production records tracing to original Reggiano wheels to satisfy Customs scrutiny