Roquefort-Style Blue Processed Blend from Mexico
Processed blend mimicking Roquefort but using non-Roquefort blue veins, emulsified for uniformity. Enters 0406.30.61 quota as blue-veined processed (explicitly excepting true Roquefort). Complies with butterfat max 95% per Chapter 0405 note.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Differentiate from true Roquefort via origin/mold docs to avoid rejection
• Fat content certification required
• Pitfall: style imitation triggering appellation disputes