Australian Stilton-Type Blue Cheese from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• 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