Roquefort Papillon Black Label Loaf from Japan
Papillon Black Label Roquefort, an intense sheep's milk cheese with deep blue veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti, matured in Combalou caves. Delivered in 3 kg original loaves as mandated by Roquefort AOC rules for export. Precisely matches HTS 0406.40.20.00 for Roquefort in original form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Check against EU-27 blue-mold quota (2,805,383 kg); apply for license early via USDA portal
• Document cave aging process and AOC seal to substantiate original loaf status