Grated Romano Cheese (Cow's Milk)
Finely grated Romano cheese made from cow's milk, not in its original loaf form, specifically produced for grating and culinary use in Italian dishes. This falls under HTS 0406.90.31.00 as it is an Italian-type cheese (Romano) from cow's milk, processed from its original loaf and entered under the quantitative limits of additional U.S. note 21 to chapter 4.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in original loaves
Original loaves of Italian-type cheeses like Romano made from cow's milk are classified under fresh (unripened) cheese heading based on form of presentation.
If grated or powdered and ripened
Ripened Romano cheese that's grated falls under grated or powdered cheeses rather than other processed forms.
If containing substitutes or additives exceeding dairy limits
Cheese substitutes or mixtures with non-dairy fats shift to food preparations heading per chapter note exclusions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as required by additional U.S. note 21; verify cheese meets cow's milk Romano specifications and quota allocations (e.g
• Argentina 6,383,000 kg)
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as original loaf form; provide lab analysis for composition
Related Products under HTS 0406.90.31.00
Shredded Parmesan Cheese (Cow's Milk, Not in Loaf)
Shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano style cheese made exclusively from cow's milk, processed beyond its original wheel or loaf form for direct use in cooking. Classified under HTS 0406.90.31.00 as an Italian-type cheese (Parmesan/Reggiano) from cow's milk, not in original loaves, subject to note 21 quota provisions.
Cubed Provolone Cheese (Cow's Milk)
Pre-cut cubes of Provolone cheese made from cow's milk, packaged for retail not resembling original loaves, ideal for salads and snacks. This product is under HTS 0406.90.31.00 as cow's milk Provolone, an Italian-type cheese processed from original form, entered pursuant to U.S. note 21 quotas.
Sliced Romano Cheese for Retail
Thinly sliced Romano cheese from cow's milk, vacuum-sealed for consumer use, distinctly not in loaf form. Falls under HTS 0406.90.31.00 as processed cow's milk Romano (Italian-type), entered under the strict quantitative limits of additional U.S. note 21.
Shredded Reggiano Parmesan Blend
Shredded blend of Reggiano-style Parmesan cheese from cow's milk, not presented in original loaves, for pasta and pizzas. Classified in HTS 0406.90.31.00 as Italian-type (Reggiano) cow's milk cheese pursuant to note 21 import quotas.
Diced Sbrinz Cheese (Cow's Milk)
Diced Sbrinz cheese, a hard Italian-type variety from cow's milk, cubed and packaged not in original loaf form. This qualifies for HTS 0406.90.31.00 under note 21 as cow's milk Italian-type cheese outside original loaf presentation.
Crumbled Goya Cheese
Crumbled Goya cheese made from cow's milk, a semi-soft Italian-style variety, not in loaf form for spreading or cooking. Enters under HTS 0406.90.31.00 as specified in note 21 for quota-eligible Italian-type cow's milk cheeses.