Processed Parmesan Cheese Blend from Germany
A processed cheese product made from blends containing Parmesan (Reggiano) cheese, meeting the criteria for subheading 0406.30 as processed cheese not grated or powdered. It includes mixtures processed from Italian-type cheeses with specific fat and moisture content suitable for melting. Classified under 0406.30.79.00 as 'other' processed Italian-type cheese products beyond quota-specific categories.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Obtain USDA import license due to quota restrictions on Italian-type cheeses; verify cheese origin and processing documentation to avoid Mexican products exclusion
• Ensure lab analysis confirms it's processed from named Italian cheeses like Reggiano
• Watch for reclassification if grated (0406.20) or used in food preparations (2106)