Parmesan Process Cheese Block from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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