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Vernières Roquefort Supreme Loaf from Japan

Vernières Supreme Roquefort, a bold blue-veined sheep cheese matured with Penicillium roqueforti in natural caves. Strict 2.5 kg original loaf format for international trade. Classifiable under HTS 0406.40.20.00 for pure Roquefort loaves.

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

Monitor annual blue-mold quota (incl

EU 2.8M kg); use refrigerated containers only

Ensure documentation excludes Mexico-origin per US notes