Cambozola Original Loaf from China
German Cambozola triple-cream blue cheese combining Camembert softness with Penicillium roqueforti veining, in authentic loaf form. Classifies HTS 0406.40.51.00 as blue-veined cheese original loaves pursuant to GN15 quota. Higher butterfat creates creamy texture while maintaining veined character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Higher butterfat requires fat content declaration; ensure loaf paper wrapping intact upon customs inspection
• EU quota fills quickly - file early
• Pitfall: creamier texture tempts reclassification if documentation weak