Cheese Tortellini from Germany
Ring-shaped pasta filled with a blend of ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, often frozen for retail sale. Classified under HTS 1902.20.00 due to its stuffed pasta form with cheese-based filling.
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
• Ensure dairy sourcing documentation for FDA prior notice and pasteurization proof
• Use clear packaging labels indicating 'contains wheat and milk' to comply with allergen rules
• Test for moisture content to confirm it doesn't qualify as a preserved food under Chapter 20