Piccantino Blue Processed Cheese Log

Log-shaped processed cheese from Piccantino blue-veined cheese, rolled for table use. HTS 0406.30.61 applies for blue-mold derived processed cheese under quota Note 17. Excludes dehydrated or ghee forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.90.76Same rate: 27.5%

If Cheddar-blue processed mix

Cheddar quota Note 19 applies if containing/processed from Cheddar.

0403.90.51Lower: 17.5% vs 27.5%

If dried cream blend

Dairy spreads with dried cream subject to separate dry quota Note 3.

1901.90.61Higher: 33.5% vs 27.5%

If sold as set with crackers

Retail sets with non-dairy items classify as food preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Validate log integrity for weight allowances (no inedible covers)

Supplier quota history review advised

Common issue: misquota as general blue-mold

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