Fourme d'Ambert Blue Cheese

French Fourme d'Ambert AOC blue cheese with tall cylindrical shape and Penicillium roqueforti veining throughout. Classified in HTS 0406.40.52.00 for quota-eligible imports under general note 15. Made from raw cow's milk with earthy, nutty profile.

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.

0406.10.84Lower: 27.5% vs 37.5%

If unripened

Fresh cheeses without full veining development classify in 0406.10.

0406.40.58Same rate: 37.5%

If outside quota window

Non-quota period uses higher duty 0406.40.58 subheading.

2106.90.64Lower: 27.5% vs 37.5%

If flavored with additives

Flavored/seasoned cheeses with non-dairy additions move to prepared food 2106.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ AOC certification speeds customs; include appellation documents

β€’ Raw milk cheeses require veterinary certificate confirming pathogen testing

β€’ Cylindrical wheels often cut; declare both whole and portioned weights

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