Pecorino, in original loaves, not suitable for grating
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Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 0406.90.57.00
Pecorino Toscano Fresco Original Loaf
Pecorino Toscano Fresco is a fresh sheep's milk cheese from Tuscany, Italy, formed into original cylindrical loaves weighing 5-7 kg each. It has a mild, slightly tangy flavor with a firm yet creamy texture, aged 20-40 days, and is not suitable for grating due to its moist consistency. Classified under HTS 0406.90.57.00 as Pecorino in original loaves made from sheep's milk.
Pecorino Sardo Dolce Original Cylinder
Pecorino Sardo Dolce from Sardinia features compact cylindrical loaves (3-5 kg) made exclusively from sheep's milk, aged 20-60 days for a sweet, delicate flavor. The natural rind and firm paste distinguish it as not grating-suitable. Falls under HTS 0406.90.57.00 for Pecorino in original loaves.
Pecorino di Filiano PDO Loaf
Pecorino di Filiano from Basilicata, Italy, forms traditional 4-8 kg loaves with compact texture from 60-90 days minimum aging of local sheep's milk. PDO protected with characteristic straw wrapping on natural rind. HTS 0406.90.57.00 covers this ungrated Pecorino in original form.
Pecorino Umbro Original Loaf
Pecorino Umbro from central Italy's sheep milk creates 5-7 kg wheel-shaped original loaves, aged 1-4 months for balanced pungency. Firm texture prevents grating suitability. Precisely matches HTS 0406.90.57.00 criteria for ungrated Pecorino loaves.
Pecorino Siciliano Whole Loaf
Pecorino Siciliano is a traditional Sicilian sheep's milk cheese molded into distinctive pear-shaped original loaves of 4-6 kg. Protected by PDO status, it features a compact texture and piquant flavor from 3-4 months aging in natural caves. HTS 0406.90.57.00 applies due to its sheep's milk origin and original loaf presentation.