Pecorino Sardo Dolce Original Cylinder from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Sardinian origin certificate mandatory; verify 100% sheep's milk via fat/protein analysis to avoid cow's milk blend reclassification
• Quota tracking essential—monitor USDA Foreign Agricultural Service reports for remaining Pecorino allocations
• Label as 'not for grating' explicitly; CBP rejects ambiguous sheep's milk cheeses without clear loaf form documentation