Gorgonzola Piccante Fresh from Mexico
Young Gorgonzola Piccante sold at fresh stage before full piccante aging, featuring blue Penicillium veins in cow's milk base. Classified in 0406.10.18.00 as other fresh blue-mold cheese until ripened. Creamy texture ideal for immediate consumption.
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
• Fresh Gorgonzola may qualify under Italian-type quota if documented properly, but blue-mold takes precedence
• Provide aging certificates showing <60 days to maintain fresh classification
• EU origin gets preferential quota access; verify country of production documentation