Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions
Cheese and curd: > Other cheese: > Romano made from cow's milk, Reggiano, Parmesan, Provolone and Provoletti cheeses: > Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 0406.90.39.00
Romano Cheese from Argentina Cow's Milk
Romano cheese made from cow's milk, produced in Argentina, imported under the quota provisions of General Note 15. This hard, grating cheese meets the specific composition and aging requirements for Italian-type cheeses listed in subheading 0406.90. It is classified here due to its adherence to the tariff schedule's quota entry conditions for designated countries.
Parmigiano-Reggiano DOP Grated
Authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese from EU cow's milk, grated form, entered under General Note 15 quota provisions. This protected designation cheese has the granular texture and minimum 24-month aging qualifying it as Reggiano under 0406.90. It fits this HTS due to specific quota entry for listed Italian-types.
Provolone Cheese Wedges Italy
Provolone cheese made from Italian cow's milk, cut into wedges, pursuant to General Note 15 provisions. This semi-hard cheese with its characteristic pear shape and smoking process qualifies as Provoletti under the subheading. Classification stems from its inclusion in the quota-eligible Italian-type cheeses.
Cow's Milk Romano Shaved for Grating
Shaved Romano cheese from cow's milk, entered pursuant to General Note 15 quota. This sharp, salty grating cheese adheres to the composition standards for Romano made from cow's milk in the tariff hierarchy. It is specifically classified under this subheading for quota-controlled imports.
Reggiano Parmesan Blocks Quota Entry
Reggiano Parmesan cheese blocks from cow's milk, imported under General Note 15. This aged, crumbly cheese meets the tariff's criteria for Reggiano classification within Italian-type cheeses. The subheading applies due to its quota-specific entry status.
Provoletti Cheese from Uruguay
Provoletti cheese produced from Uruguayan cow's milk, entered pursuant to General Note 15. This stretched-curd cheese aligns with the Provoletti description in the HTS for quota imports. Classification is governed by the specific provisions for these Italian-style cheeses.
Sbrinz Cheese Aged Cow's Milk
Hard Sbrinz cheese from cow's milk, qualifying under General Note 15 for quota entry. This ancient Swiss-Italian grating cheese meets the tariff criteria for listed types in 0406.90.39.00. It is classified here for controlled dairy imports from eligible producers.
Goya Cheese Cow's Milk Quota
Goya cheese made from cow's milk, entered under General Note 15 provisions. This Spanish-style grating cheese is included in the Italian-type quota categories of the subheading. Classification reflects its fit within the tariff's specified cheese descriptions.