French Bleu d'Auvergne Cheese Loaves
Bleu d'Auvergne natural blue-veined cheese from Auvergne region, cow's milk, unripened fresh style with Penicillium roqueforti. HTS 0406.10.14.00 applies due to blue-mold classification and Note 17 quota entry requirements. Characteristic sharp, spicy flavor profile.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for non-quota eligible countries
Cheese from non-Note 17 countries (except Mexico) uses general fresh cheese provisions
If processed from blue-mold curd
Processed blue-mold cheese products classify under 0406.40 subheading
If when used as ingredient in food preparations
Blue cheese incorporated into prepared foods moves to Chapter 21 preparations
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include PDO certificate verifying Auvergne origin for EU quota eligibility; test for mold type compliance; declare exact fat content as low-fat versions have different quotas
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