Powdered Pecorino Romano Cheese
Powdered Pecorino Romano grating cheese derived from cow's milk Romano, meeting Italian-type cheese criteria. Classified under HTS 0406.20.77.00 for grated/powdered forms containing or processed from listed Italian cheeses, pursuant to U.S. note 21 quota.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in original loaves and quota-eligible
Solid Romano in loaves uses specific grated subheading under note 21, differing from powdered/other forms.
If butterfat ≤0.5% or qualifies as low-fat substitute
Low-butterfat cheese substitutes fall under Chapter 19 per note 23 quota, excluding standard Italian-types.
If processed from Goya or Sbrinz, not quota entry
Non-quota Italian-type processed cheeses use this general subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify country of origin quotas (e.g
• EU 5,407,000 kg max); apply early for licenses via USDA regulations
• Include lab analysis confirming >80% milkfat from authentic Romano processing to avoid reclassification
• Package labeling must specify 'grated/powdered' to distinguish from block cheese; watch for moisture content pitfalls
Related Products under HTS 0406.20.77.00
Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese
Finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese made from cow's milk, processed from the original Italian-type cheese wheels. This falls under HTS 0406.20.77.00 as grated cheese containing or processed from Reggiano (Parmigiano-Reggiano), subject to the quantitative limits in additional U.S. note 21 for Italian-type cheeses.
Powdered Grana Padano Imitation Romano
Powdered cheese processed from cow's milk Romano-style (Grana-like), qualifying as Italian-type. HTS 0406.20.77.00 covers such grated/powdered products under note 21 for quota entry from approved countries.
Micro-Ground Sbrinz Cheese Powder
Ultra-fine powder from hard Sbrinz cow's milk cheese, used in spice blends. HTS 0406.20.77.00 applies to powdered Italian-type cheeses entered under note 21 quantitative provisions.
Shredded Provolone Cheese Blend
Shredded cheese containing Provolone made from cow's milk, mixed with minor Italian-type components for grating. This product is classified in HTS 0406.20.77.00 as 'other' grated cheese processed from listed Italian varieties under note 21 provisions.
Grated Parmesan Cheese Powder
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.
Shredded Asiago-Provolone Mix
Shredded blend primarily of Provolone with Asiago (Italian-style), both cow's milk derived. Classified as grated 'other' mixtures under HTS 0406.20.77.00 pursuant to note 21 for Italian-type cheeses.