Bulk Blue Castello Wedges

Industrial bulk packs of Blue Castello wedges for food service, veined with Penicillium roqueforti. HTS 0406.40.52.00 for general note 15 quota-eligible blue cheese imports. Larger format than retail packs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China20%+17.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany20%+10.0%30%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

0406.90.52Same rate: 37.5%

If American-type bulk

Bulk soft cheeses without blue specificity go to American-type.

0404.10.11Higher: 48% vs 37.5%

If whey-derived

Whey concentration products meeting criteria classify as whey.

0406.40.54Lower: 32.5% vs 37.5%

If quota exceeded for bulk

Large commercial volumes likely hit quota limits quickly.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Bulk >5kg units; commercial invoice must specify end use

β€’ Food service declaration avoids retail quota misapplication

β€’ Palletized shipping; fumigation certs for wood if used

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