Fourme d'Ambert Blue Cheese Portions from Mexico
French Fourme d'Ambert is a tall, cylindrical blue cheese with rustic blue veining and earthy flavors. It fits HTS 0406.90.72.00 as a blue-veined cheese imported under the specific provisions of additional U.S. Note 17.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Pre-apply for USDA license tracking EU quota usage; provide vein density photos/lab reports
• Ensure portions weigh under quota reporting thresholds
• Differentiate from non-blue AOC cheeses