Italian Cheese Grated Quartet (Romano, Reggiano, Provolone, Sbrinz) from Japan
Four-way grated mix of Romano, Reggiano, Provolone, and Sbrinz cow's milk cheeses in powder form. Falls under HTS 0406.20.79.00 for complex mixtures of Italian-types processed as grated cheese over quota limits. Designed for versatile culinary applications.
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
• Provide breakdown of each cheese component for quota calculation; ensure no Mexico origin
• Pitfall: under-declaring Italian content