Asiago Cheese Powder from Japan
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.
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
• 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