Mission Variety Shelled Almonds
Large, bold Mission shelled almonds from California are hulled and dried, with reddish-brown skins. They are classified under tariff item 0802.12.00 as shelled almonds, fresh or dried, favored for snacking and chocolate coating.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the almonds are not roasted or salted, as that would change the tariff classification
• Keep the almonds dry and free from shell fragments to meet quality standards
• Verify that the almonds are not treated with any substances beyond those allowed for preservation
Related Products under Tariff item 0802.12.00
Australian Shelled Almonds
Shelled almonds from Australian orchards, typically varieties like Carmel or Price, are dried and hulled for export. They are classified under tariff item 0802.12.00 as shelled almonds, fresh or dried, and are not blanched or in paste form.
California Nonpareil Shelled Almonds
Premium shelled almonds of the Nonpareil variety, grown primarily in California, have the hulls and shells removed for convenience. They are classified under tariff item 0802.12.00 as shelled almonds, fresh or dried, and are not further processed.
Carmel Variety Shelled Almonds
Shelled Carmel almonds, a mid-season California variety prized for plump kernels, are dried post-hulling. They are classified under tariff item 0802.12.00 as shelled almonds, fresh or dried, and are excellent for whole-nut applications.
Certified Organic Butte Almonds Shelled
Certified organic Butte variety almonds, shelled and dried, with the hard outer shell removed for direct use. These almonds fall under tariff item 0802.12.00 as shelled almonds, fresh or dried, and are not subject to the chapter's exclusion of inedible nuts.
Certified Organic California Almonds Shelled
Certified organic California almonds, shelled and dried, with shells removed for culinary use. Classified under 0802.12.00 as shelled almonds, fresh or dried, and not excluded by the chapter's inedible nut provision.
Certified Organic Carmel Almonds Shelled
Premium shelled Carmel variety almonds, certified organic and dried for export, with hulls and shells removed. These fall under 0802.12.00 as shelled almonds, fresh or dried, and are not inedible, so they remain in chapter 08.