0406.20.77.00/Powdered Pecorino Romano Cheese/Japan

Powdered Pecorino Romano Cheese from Japan

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.

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%

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Import Tips

• 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