Parmesan Cheese Powder from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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