Gorgonzola Piccante DOP Loaf from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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