0406.90.57.00/Pecorino Toscano Fresco Original Loaf/Japan

Pecorino Toscano Fresco Original Loaf from Japan

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.

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

• Obtain USDA import license under Additional U.S

• Note 23 as Argentina has 100,000 kg quota for this category; EU producers use separate allocations

• Provide certificate of origin and lab analysis confirming sheep's milk composition and 'original loaf' form (5-7kg cylinders, natural rind)

• Avoid misclassification as grated Pecorino (0406.90.66) or processed cheese; ensure loaves remain whole, not crumbled or portioned