Valdeon Processed Blue Cheese Crumbles

Processed Valdeón, Spanish blue-veined cheese from cow/goat milk, formed into crumbles with emulsifiers for salads. 0406.30.1800 covers this 'other' non-Roquefort processed blue, particle size qualifying as block/not grated per statistical notes.

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.

0406.30.89Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If natural, non-cow's milk dominant

Natural sheep/goat blues under different quota notes.

2008.97Higher: 24.9% vs 17.5%

If pickled or preserved in oil

Prepared/preserved fruits/nuts exclude from Chapter 4 per general notes.

0404.10.11Higher: 48% vs 17.5%

If whey-derived concentrate

Whey products with modifications shift per subheading note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare mixed-milk origin; small 'Other countries' quota requires early application

Confirm crumble size > powder threshold; document emulsification

Goat milk blend may need separate protein analysis

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