Gorgonzola Piccante Blue Cheese
Italian Gorgonzola Piccante, a firm blue-veined cheese aged longer for sharper flavor, produced with Penicillium roqueforti. Classified under HTS 0406.40.52.00 for quota-eligible blue-veined cheeses entered per general note 15. Distinct marble-like veining and crumbly texture define this product.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If over quota period
Quota overflow classified in 0406.40.58 with substantially higher duties.
If containing blue-mold but different processing
Processed blue-mold containing cheeses go to specific subheadings like 0406.20.24.
If low-fat (≤0.5% butterfat)
Low-fat cheese substitutes fall under separate quota in 1901.90.34.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify EU-27 quota availability (2.8M kg for blue-mold); apply early via USDA Foreign Agricultural Service
• Include microbiological certificate proving Penicillium roqueforti mold; avoid misclassification as non-blue cheese
• No weight allowance for inedible rinds per U.S. note; declare net cheese weight accurately
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Roquefort Blue Cheese Wheels
Authentic Roquefort cheese from France, made from sheep's milk with characteristic blue veins produced by Penicillium roqueforti mold. This artisanal blue-veined cheese falls under HTS 0406.40.52.00 as it is entered pursuant to general note 15 provisions for quota-eligible imports. It features a creamy texture and pungent flavor typical of high-quality blue cheeses.
Danish Blue Cheese Loaves
Creamy Danish Blue cheese with bold Penicillium roqueforti veining, known for its tangy taste and white rind. This product qualifies for HTS 0406.40.52.00 as quota-eligible blue-veined cheese under general note 15 provisions. Produced from cow's milk in Denmark.
Cambozola Triple Cream Blue Cheese
German Cambozola triple cream blue, combining Camembert softness with Penicillium roqueforti blue veins for mild flavor. Enters under HTS 0406.40.52.00 pursuant to general note 15 quota provisions for blue-veined cheeses. High fat content (50%+) distinguishes this creamy variety.
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.
Stilton Blue Cheese Truckles
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Bleu d'Auvergne Blue Cheese
Robust French Bleu d'Auvergne from Auvergne region, featuring dense Penicillium roqueforti veining and creamy consistency. Enters HTS 0406.40.52.00 pursuant to quota-eligible general note 15 for blue-veined cheeses. Cow's milk base with spicy character.