0406.90.42.00/Grated Parmesan Cheese/Japan

Grated Parmesan Cheese from Japan

Grated Parmesan cheese, typically Parmigiano-Reggiano style made from cow's milk, is finely shredded for culinary use in pasta and salads. Classified under HTS 0406.90.42.00 as 'other' forms of Reggiano/Parmesan not in original loaves, meeting Italian-type cheese criteria with protected aging processes. This subheading captures processed, non-loaf presentations of these varieties.

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%

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Import Tips

• Confirm PDO status for Parmigiano-Reggiano via supplier certificates; track quota utilization for EU origins (5.4M kg limit); include lab analysis for milkfat to prevent disputes