Aged Roquefort Blue Cheese Loaf from China
Loaf-shaped Roquefort aged over 5 months in natural caves, developing intense blue veins via Penicillium roqueforti and rich, nutty notes. Falls under HTS 0406.40.40 as 'other' Roquefort not in wheel form. Perfect for slicing in charcuterie boards.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure AOC certification for authenticity to qualify as Roquefort; monitor weight declarations excluding inedible rinds per US notes; apply for quota licenses early in calendar year