Cow's Milk Romano Cheese Wheel from Germany
A wheel of hard, granular Romano cheese made exclusively from cow's milk, aged over 5 months with a sharp, salty flavor. This cheese falls under HTS 0406.90.43.00 as 'other' Romano made from cow's milk, not in original loaves, distinct from sheep's milk Pecorino Romano. It meets Chapter 4 criteria for Italian-type cheeses processed for grating.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
19.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as this subheading falls under Additional U.S
• Note 23 quota (country-specific limits apply, Mexico prohibited)
• Provide certificate of origin and lab analysis confirming cow's milk origin and fat content to avoid reclassification