Aged Stilton Blue Cheese Cylinder

Aged cylindrical processed Stilton from UK, with intensified blue veining and crumbly texture after 9+ months maturation. Imported under HTS 0406.30.05.00 leveraging UK Stilton exemption in note 24.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China17%+17.5%34.5%
🇲🇽Mexico17%+10.0%27%
🇨🇦Canada17%+10.0%27%
🇩🇪Germany17%+10.0%27%
🇯🇵Japan17%+10.0%27%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.20.61Lower: 27.5% vs 34.5%

If containing Cheddar derivatives

Processed cheeses with Cheddar elements fall under Cheddar quota subheadings

0406.40.54Lower: 32.5% vs 34.5%

If over 1.4 kg per unit

Larger format blue-mold cheeses classify by weight in 0406.40

1901.10.21Higher: 35% vs 34.5%

If infant formula ingredient

Dairy powders for infant use have separate quota-limited entries

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Import Tips & Compliance

Age verification docs needed for premium labeling; apply for license through USDA Dairy Import Program

Ensure cylinder weight under 1.4 kg to avoid 0406.40 shift

Test for mold consistency to prevent rejection