Roquefort Blue Cheese in Vacuum Packs
Vacuum-sealed Roquefort preserving freshness of Penicillium roqueforti blue veins and aroma, extending shelf life for distant markets. This blue-veined cheese is classified under tariff item 0406.40.10 as a within access commitment import.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• As a within access commitment item, you must have a quota allocation or permit to pay the lower duty rate; otherwise, the over access commitment rate applies
• Include packaging weight in duty calculations per supplementary note 1
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Aged Roquefort Blue Cheese Loaf
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