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Gorgonzola Piccante DOP in Original Loaf

Italian Gorgonzola Piccante DOP, aged longer for sharper flavor with pronounced Penicillium roqueforti blue veining, imported in cylindrical original loaves as produced. Classifies under HTS 0406.40.51.00 for blue-veined cheeses in original loaves pursuant to general note 15 quota. Traditional production maintains protected loaf shape for authenticity.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China15%+20.0%35%
🇲🇽Mexico15%+10.0%25%
🇨🇦Canada15%+10.0%25%
🇩🇪Germany15%—15%
🇯🇵Japan15%—15%
PGA flags (2)Show detailsFD4FDARequiredAM7USDA AMSMay be required
  • FD4

    FDA · Required

    Food and Drug Administration

    FDA prior notice data is required 801(m)

    Licenses & permits (3)
    • FDA prior notice for food shipments, filed via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival source
    • FDA food facility registration for facilities that make, process, pack or hold the food source
    • FDA entry data in ACE with affirmation of compliance codes (registration, listing, approval numbers) source
  • AM7

    USDA AMS · May be required

    USDA/Agricultural Marketing Service

    USDA/agriculture marketing service data related to organics may be required

    Licenses & permits (2)
    • NOP Import Certificate from the exporter's accredited certifier (Organic INTEGRITY), filed in ACE for each organic shipment source
    • Importer handling organic products must hold USDA organic certification unless exempt source

CBP HTS reference file, Nov 9, 2026 · licenses and permits are the usual requirements for that agency program; confirm with the agency for your product

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0406.40.58Higher: 40% vs 35%

If portioned or sliced from original loaf

Any alteration from cylindrical loaf form shifts to 'other' blue-veined cheese category

0406.10.14Lower: 30% vs 35%

If fresh rather than ripened blue-mold

Freshest blue cheeses without full ripening classify as fresh cheese rather than ripened veined types

2106.90.72Lower: 28.5% vs 35%

If blended with non-dairy ingredients

Food preparations containing blue cheese as minor component fall under miscellaneous edible preparations

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include DOP certificate proving protected designation and original loaf preservation; apply for EU quota share early in calendar year

• Ensure temperature-controlled shipping to maintain veining integrity

• Common pitfall: trimmed loaves reclassify to higher-duty 0406.40.58

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