Grated Parmesan Cheese Canister from Japan
Shaker canister of finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano style cheese made from cow's milk, not in original block form. Classified under HTS 0406.90.43.00 as 'other' Reggiano/Parmesan cheese, meeting quota requirements for Italian-type cow's milk cheeses. Distinct from fresh or loaf forms due to processing state.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify cheese aging (min. 10 months for Parmesan) via producer certificates to comply with FDA standards and avoid 1901 classification
• Label must specify 'cow's milk' origin; mislabeling as generic 'Parmesan' risks CBP scrutiny and reclassification
• Quota tracking essential—entries exceed country allocations face 0406.90.48 over-quota rates (17.5%+)