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Blue Stilton Cheese from Non-UK Source from Japan

Non-UK produced Blue Stilton-style cheese with blue Penicillium veins and crumbly texture. Classified in HTS 0406.90.72.00 as blue-mold cheese under Note 17, unlike UK Stilton which is quota-exempt.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Explicitly declare non-UK origin to apply Note 17 quota; UK Stilton exempt

Lab certify mold type matching blue-veined definition

Monitor small 'other countries' quota of 1 kg

Blue Stilton Cheese from Non-UK Source from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0406.90.72.00