Cow's Milk Romano Shaved for Grating from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label with exact fat content and origin per FDA rules; track country-specific quotas via USDA portal; ensure entry docs reference General Note 15 explicitly