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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed from or containing blue-mold cheese but not specifically Stilton-style
Other blue-mold cheese products or substitutes fall under the general blue-mold quota subheading
If in original loaves exceeding quota weight limits
Different blue-mold cheese presentations like larger wheels classified by form in 0406.20
If labeled as generic Roquefort-style rather than Stilton
Cheese marketing as other blue-veined varieties shifts to different quota category
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA import license before entry as this falls under blue-mold cheese quota (Additional U.S
• Note 22)
• Provide certificate of origin proving non-UK production to avoid misclassification
• Monitor annual quota of 2,805,383 kg for EU-27 plus country-specific limits
Related Products under HTS 0406.40.48.00
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.
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.