Parmesan Cheese Powder

Finely grated and powdered Parmesan cheese made from cow's milk, commonly used as a topping for pasta and pizzas. This product falls under HTS 0406.20.91.00 as grated or powdered cheese containing cow's milk, not subject to specific cheese quotas. It meets the chapter criteria for dairy products processed into powder form suitable for direct food use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2106.90.64.00Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If blended with non-dairy ingredients exceeding minor levels

Products replacing milk constituents or containing significant non-milk additives fall under Chapter 21 food preparations.

0406.90.97.00Same rate: 17.5%

If imported in consumer-ready shakers or retail packaging

Processed cheese powders packaged for retail may shift to other cheese subheadings based on form and presentation.

1901.90Lower: 16.4% vs 17.5%

If for industrial use in food manufacturing formulations

Cheese powders used as ingredients in further processing may classify under Chapter 19 food industry preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify if subject to general cheese quotas under Additional U.S

Note 16; obtain USDA import licenses if applicable

Ensure documentation proves cow's milk origin and powder processing; test for milkfat content to avoid reclassification

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