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Parmigiano-Reggiano Parmesan Wheels Grated

Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese from cow's milk, the authentic Italian Parmesan with Protected Designation of Origin, finely shredded for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0406.90.41.00 as a Reggiano/Parmesan type made from cow's milk, described in U.S. note 21, entered under quota limits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China15%+17.5%32.5%
🇲🇽Mexico15%+10.0%25%
🇨🇦Canada15%+10.0%25%
🇩🇪Germany15%+10.0%25%
🇯🇵Japan15%+10.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.90.31Higher: 42.5% vs 32.5%

If in original loaves

Original loaf form of Reggiano/Parmesan is specifically provided for in 0406.90.31 under note 21.

0406.20.51Same rate: 32.5%

If shredded and not quota-eligible

Shredded Italian-type cheeses may shift to grated subheadings if outside note 21 quota provisions.

1901.90.34Lower: 27.5% vs 32.5%

If low butterfat (≤0.5%)

Low-fat versions meeting note 23 criteria classify under low butterfat cheese quota.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide PDO certificate proving authentic Reggiano origin and minimum 24-month aging; check annual quota status for EU origin via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program; label accurately as 'cow's milk cheese' to meet FDA standards

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