Ricotta Salata Powder from Japan
Powdered Ricotta Salata cheese from cow's milk whey, salted and aged then dehydrated. HTS 0406.20.91.00 covers whey-derived grated cheeses meeting coagulation criteria. Used as finishing salt in salads and pasta.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Whey concentration note compliance; must meet 5% fat, 70% dry matter for cheese status
• Salting process documentation; distinguishes from unsalted whey powders
• High salt content corrosion warning for shipping containers