Blue Castello Fresh Cheese from Japan
Creamy Danish fresh blue cheese with white rind and triple-cream richness, featuring blue veins throughout. Falls under HTS 0406.10.18.00 for other fresh blue-mold varieties. Triple cream (>60% fat) creates unique spreadable texture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• High milkfat content requires accurate labeling to avoid reclassification
• Excellent refrigerated shelf life but verify cold chain from EU production
• Popular with distributors; coordinate quota usage with multiple suppliers