Australian Stilton-Type Blue Cheese
Creamy blue-veined cheese produced in Australia replicating Stilton characteristics with Penicillium roqueforti veining. Does not qualify for UK Stilton exemption (Additional U.S. Note 24) despite similar profile. Falls under HTS 0406.40.48.00 quota provisions for non-exempt Stilton entries.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 0.5% butterfat and marketed as generic blue cheese
Low-fat blue cheeses or different fat content move to separate quota subheading
If sold as generic blue-mold cheese without Stilton designation
Lack of specific Stilton-style labeling classifies as other blue-mold products
If processed into spreads or containing non-milk fats
Food preparations with butter substitutes exceed Chapter 4 purity requirements
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure import license through USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program for blue-mold quota
• Include lab analysis confirming Penicillium roqueforti veining
• Australia has 2,000 kg quota under blue-mold provisions - enter early in quota year
Related Products under HTS 0406.40.48.00
Non-UK Stilton Blue Cheese Wheels
Whole wheels of Stilton-style blue-veined cheese made outside the United Kingdom, featuring veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti mold. This cheese mimics traditional Stilton characteristics but lacks UK origin exemption from blue-mold quotas. Classified under HTS 0406.40.48.00 as non-UK Stilton entered pursuant to quota provisions for blue-veined cheeses.
Danish Non-Stilton Blue Vein Cheese
Danish artisanal cheese with Stilton-like blue veining from Penicillium roqueforti, packaged in 1-kg wheels. Entered under specific Stilton quota provisions despite non-UK origin. HTS 0406.40.48.00 applies to 'other' non-exempt Stilton-style imports.
New Zealand Stilton-Style Blue Cheese Loaves
Traditional loaf-shaped Stilton replica from New Zealand grass-fed cow's milk with characteristic blue veining. Subject to U.S. blue-mold cheese quotas as non-UK product. Classified in HTS 0406.40.48.00 for Stilton entered pursuant to quota provisions.
Argentine Blue-Veined Stilton Imitation
Argentine cow's milk cheese crafted to imitate Stilton's crumbly texture and Penicillium roqueforti veining. Enters under limited 2,000 kg Argentine blue-mold quota allocation. HTS 0406.40.48.00 covers non-UK Stilton-style cheeses pursuant to quota rules.
Roqueforti-Veined Stilton Replica 500g Rounds
500-gram rounds of blue cheese replicating Stilton profile using Penicillium roqueforti for veining. Non-UK origin subjects it to strict U.S. import quotas for blue-mold varieties. HTS 0406.40.48.00 applies to such 'other' Stilton entries.