Processed Romano Cheese Loaf from Japan
Processed cheese made from cow's milk Romano, formed into loaves not grated or powdered, containing or processed from authentic Italian-style Romano cheese. This falls under HTS 0406.30.77.00 as it meets additional U.S. note 21 for Italian-type cheeses entered under quota provisions with specific fat content and processing standards.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required for quota under additional U.S. note 21; no Mexico-origin allowed
• Provide certification verifying cheese is processed from genuine Romano meeting Chapter 4 notes on milkfat and composition
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring not grated/powdered (0406.20) or fresh/unprocessed (0406.10); common pitfall is quota exhaustion