Blue Castello Fresh Cheese from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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