Shredded Reggiano Parmesan Blend from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit fat content and dry matter analysis to confirm cheese status; monitor reallocation of unfilled quotas
• Pitfall: blending with non-qualifying cheese voids note 21 entry