Gorgonzola Piccante DOP Loaf from China
Italian Gorgonzola Piccante DOP, a sharp, crumbly blue-veined cow's milk cheese formed into large traditional loaves with extensive Penicillium roqueforti marbling. Classified under HTS 0406.40.54.00 for blue-veined cheeses in original loaves pursuant to quota note 17. The intact loaf presentation maintains DOP authenticity standards.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Secure import license through USDA for note 17 quota; confirm EU origin for allocation access
• Include DOP certificate and lab analysis confirming Penicillium roqueforti veining and minimum aging
• Document loaf weight and dimensions to prove original unportioned format at customs entry