0406.90.42.00/Asiago Pressato Cheese/Japan

Asiago Pressato Cheese from Japan

Asiago Pressato is a semi-soft, mild cow's milk cheese from Italy's Veneto region, aged briefly for a fresh flavor profile. It falls under HTS 0406.90.42.00 as 'other' Italian-type cheeses made from cow's milk, specifically classified among Provolone and similar varieties due to its production method and regional tradition. This classification covers grated or powdered forms not in original loaves.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Calculate with your customs value Verify classification with AI

Import Tips

• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry due to quota restrictions on Italian-type cheeses; ensure certification of cow's milk origin and type; verify fat content and aging documentation to avoid reclassification