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Danish Blue Cheese Blocks from Japan

Creamy Danablu cheese produced in Denmark from cow's milk, featuring bold blue veins from Penicillium roqueforti inoculation. Known for its sharp, salty taste and crumbly texture, it's a staple in European cheese markets. Falls under HTS 0406.40.70.00 as other blue-veined cheese beyond specific named varieties.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify EU-27 quota availability (2.8M kg limit) before shipping Danish Blue varieties

Include Certificate of Origin and microbial analysis showing proper blue mold development

Maintain 34-38°F refrigeration throughout transit to preserve veining integrity

Danish Blue Cheese Blocks from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.40.70.00