Danish Blue Processed Cheese Slices

Pre-sliced processed cheese derived from Danablu (Danish blue-veined cheese), melted and reformed with emulsifying salts for uniform texture. Classified under HTS 0406.30.63.00 for being other processed cheese containing blue-veined varieties except Roquefort, suitable for sandwiches. It maintains blue cheese veining and flavor profile post-processing.

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.

0406.30.14Higher: 37.5% vs 17.5%

If in original molded wheels

Unprocessed natural blue-mold cheese in primary form uses a different subheading before emulsification.

1901.90.34Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If butterfat content 0.5% or less

Low-fat cheese substitutes fall outside standard cheese quotas into preparations.

0406.10.14Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If fresh soft-ripened variety

Fresh, unprocessed blue-veined soft cheeses classify under grated/fresh subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Check country-specific cheese quotas (e.g

EU limits); provide melting process documentation

Avoid mislabeling as natural cheese to prevent duty disputes

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