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Cow's Milk Parmesan Cheese Wheels from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Obtain USDA import license prior to entry as this falls under quota provisions of note 21; verify cheese meets cow's milk Italian-type specifications (Parmesan); ensure documentation proves compliance with fat content and aging requirements to avoid reclassification