Bleu d'Auvergne Blue Cheese
Classic French Bleu d'Auvergne from Auvergne region, cow's milk cheese with abundant Penicillium roqueforti veining creating bold blue-green marbling. Creamy yet piquant with earthy undertones. Classified under HTS 0406.40.70.00 as other French blue variety.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically Stilton-like characteristics
Certain French blues resembling UK Stilton have separate provisions.
If containing processed blue-mold cultures
Processed versions with added cultures use processed cheese subheadings.
If whey protein concentrate >80% used in production
High whey protein blues classify as albumins outside Chapter 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure EU-27 quota allocation early in shipping season (2.8M kg total)
• Provide regional AOC documentation verifying Auvergne production standards
• Maintain strict 35°F transport to preserve characteristic blue marbling
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