Asiago Cheese Powder
Finely powdered Asiago cheese from cow's milk, aged and dehydrated for use in dressings and grated toppings. Classified in HTS 0406.20.91.00 as other cow's milk powdered cheese outside named variety quotas. Popular in Italian-American cuisine for its sharp flavor profile.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not grated/powdered, in blocks
Whole or sliced Italian-type cheeses classify under different quota-controlled subheadings.
If >95% lactose content on dry basis
Chapter exclusion sends high-lactose whey products to sugars heading.
If with added sugar >25% dry weight
Sweetened dairy powders may qualify as Chapter 19 preparations under quota Note 1.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document aging process exceeding 6 months to differentiate from fresh grated varieties
• Lab certification required for microbial safety and fat solids-not-fat ratios per Chapter notes
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