Wisconsin Blue Fresh Cheese

American-made fresh blue-mold cheese from cow's milk, produced in traditional caves. As other fresh blue-mold, falls under 0406.10.18.00 when exported young. Regional craft producer specialty.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.10.74Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If ≤0.5% butterfat

Low-fat fresh blue qualifies for separate low-fat quota

0406.90.08Higher: 29.5% vs 17.5%

If Cheddar-blue blend

Blends with Cheddar characteristics classified as Cheddar type

1901.90.61Higher: 33.5% vs 17.5%

If malt extract added

Flavored cheese preparations with malt classified in Chapter 19

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Import Tips & Compliance

Domestic re-export still requires full import documentation and quota license

Cave aging records prove fresh status vs fully ripened classification

Small producers may struggle with quota minimums; consolidate shipments

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