Parmesan Process Cheese Block from China
Blocks of processed Parmesan cheese (Reggiano-style) from cow's milk, not grated or powdered, derived from or containing Italian-type Parmesan. Classified in 0406.30.77.00 per U.S. note 21 quota for processed Italian cheeses with defined composition excluding added emulsifiers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm entry within annual quota allocations (e.g
• Argentina 6.4M kg max); apply early via USDA for license
• Label accurately as 'processed from Parmesan' with fat/moisture specs matching heading 0406 definitions