Picon Bejes-Tresviso Blue Cheese

Protected Spanish Picon Bejes-Tresviso DOP blue, powerfully veined by Penicillium roqueforti from raw mixed milks. HTS 0406.40.52.00 quota entry per general note 15. Mountain-made with intense flavor development.

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.

0406.90.90Lower: 27.5% vs 37.5%

If Emmentaler-type processing

Similar appearance cheeses may misclassify without DOP proof.

0406.40.58Same rate: 37.5%

If over annual quota

Exceeds Spain's 'other countries' allocation limit.

3502.90.00.00Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If high whey protein

Protein concentrates >80% whey proteins shift to albumins chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ DOP certification mandatory for Spanish quota preference

β€’ Raw milk pathogen testing certificates required for all unpasteurized

β€’ Small DOP production; coordinate with Spanish exporters for quota share

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Cambozola Triple Cream Blue Cheese

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Fourme d'Ambert Blue Cheese

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