Romano Cheese from Cow's Milk from Canada
Romano cheese made exclusively from cow's milk, aged to develop its characteristic sharp, salty flavor and granular texture. This hard Italian-style cheese falls under HTS 0406.90.41.00 as it is specifically listed in additional U.S. note 21 for Italian-type cheeses made from cow's milk, not in original loaves, and entered pursuant to quota provisions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain import license from USDA before entry as required for quota provisions in note 21; ensure certificate of origin confirms eligible country like Argentina or EU; avoid misclassification by verifying cow's milk composition and non-loaf form to prevent quota denial