Leicestershire Stilton Processed Wedges

Processed Stilton cheese from Leicestershire, UK, portioned into retail wedges with blue marbling, meeting exact criteria for heading 0406 processed cheese. Enters under HTS 0406.30.05.00 as UK Stilton described in note 24, quota-free.

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.

0406.10.14Lower: 27.5% vs 34.5%

If fresh or unprocessed

Unprocessed blue-mold cheese classifies under fresh cheese headings

0406.90.46Lower: 23.9% vs 34.5%

If packaged with eye formation traits

Certain Swiss-style cheeses with eyes have distinct subheadings

2106.90.64Lower: 27.5% vs 34.5%

If flavored or with additives exceeding dairy norms

Excessive non-dairy ingredients move to food preparations

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit origin documentation from UK Stilton Cheese Makers' Association; declare under note 24 for quota exemption

Ensure wedges are not grated to stay in non-powdered subheading

Watch for contamination issues common in blue cheeses