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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from original loaves
Reggiano from original loaf imports uses 0406.90.31, distinct quota provision
If animal feed grade
Cheese rinds unfit for human consumption shift to Chapter 23 animal feed preparations
If dried and deemed vegetable byproduct
Excessively dried rinds may misclassify under dehydrated vegetables if not clearly dairy
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Prove Reggiano rinds derive from quota-eligible wheels via producer certificates; store properly to prevent mold issues during customs inspection; declare exact quota country origin for proper allocation
Related Products 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.
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.