0406.40.48.00/Danish Non-Stilton Blue Vein Cheese/Japan

Danish Non-Stilton Blue Vein Cheese from Japan

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.

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

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Import Tips

• 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