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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed from cow's milk with specific blue-mold characteristics
Different cheese processing methods shift classification within blue-mold categories
If in consumer-ready portions under 1.4 kg each
Packaging size determines subheading within blue-veined cheese hierarchy
If fresh unripened variety for immediate consumption
Ripening stage affects classification from fresh to matured blue cheese
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Apply for license well before shipment due to EU-27 quota sharing among member states
• Provide detailed production records showing Penicillium roqueforti inoculation process
• Weight tolerance not allowed for inedible rinds per U.S
• Note 10
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.
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.
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.