Described in additional U.S. note 21 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
Cheese and curd: > Other cheese: > Other cheeses, and substitutes for cheese, including mixtures of the above: > Other, including mixtures of the above (excluding goods containing mixtures of subheadings 0406.90.61 or 0406.90.63): > Containing Romano, Reggiano, Parmesan, Provolone, Provoletti, Sbrinz or Goya, all the foregoing made from cow's milk: > Described in additional U.S. note 21 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions
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 0406.90.66.00
Cow's Milk Parmesan Cheese Wheels
Aged Parmesan cheese made exclusively from cow's milk, grated or in wheel form, classified under HTS 0406.90.66.00 as an Italian-type cheese described in additional U.S. note 21. This subheading applies to specific quota-entered imports of such cheeses not in original loaves. Imports require USDA licensing due to quantitative restrictions.
Imported Grated Provolone Cheese
Grated provolone cheese produced from cow's milk, subject to quota entry under additional U.S. note 21 for Italian-type cheeses. This HTS covers processed forms not in original loaves, typical for retail grated products. Quota allocations apply mainly to Argentina, EU-27, and Uruguay.
Cow's Milk Romano Cheese Shreds
Shredded Romano cheese made from cow's milk, entered pursuant to U.S. note 21 quota provisions for Italian-type cheeses. This subheading targets processed cow's milk Romano not in loaf form, common in food service packaging. Subject to strict import licensing.
Reggiano Parmesan Rinds
Imported rinds from cow's milk Reggiano Parmesan cheese, classified as processed Italian-type cheese under quota 0406.90.66.00. These are typically used for flavoring stocks and soups, meeting note 21 specifications for EU-origin products. Quota licensing mandatory.
Sbrinz Cheese Crumbles
Cow's milk Sbrinz cheese in crumbled form, an Italian-type hard cheese entered under strict U.S. note 21 quota at HTS 0406.90.66.00. Known for its granular texture after aging, this processed form suits pasta toppings and grated blends.
Goya Cheese Blocks
Processed Goya cheese from cow's milk in block form, specifically provided for under quota-limited HTS 0406.90.66.00 per note 21. This Spanish-style Italian-type cheese is aged and suitable for grating or melting applications.
Provolone Cheese Mixtures
Blends containing provolone made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406.90.66.00 quota when entered per note 21 provisions. Excludes mixtures with 0406.90.61/63 cheeses, focusing on pure Italian-type compositions for pizza and pasta.
Cow's Milk Provoletti Shavings
Thin shavings of Provoletti cheese from cow's milk, quota-eligible under 0406.90.66.00 per U.S. note 21 for Italian-type cheeses. This processed form is popular for carpaccio-style dishes and high-end garnishes.
Bulk Grated Sbrinz Cheese
Industrial bulk grated Sbrinz from cow's milk, entered under strict quota HTS 0406.90.66.00 pursuant to note 21. Used primarily in processed foods and ready meals, this meets criteria for processed Italian-type cheeses.