Fourme d'Ambert Blue Cheese from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• AOC certification speeds customs; include appellation documents
• Raw milk cheeses require veterinary certificate confirming pathogen testing
• Cylindrical wheels often cut; declare both whole and portioned weights