Caramelized Brazil Nuts from Japan
Caramelized Brazil nuts are whole nuts coated in a caramelized sugar shell, creating a chewy-crisp confection. They are fully prepared for retail consumption and contain no cocoa, placing them under tariff item 1704.90.20 as sugar confectionery.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
10%
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is correctly declared as sugar confectionery under HS 1704.90.20
• Verify that the nuts are fully coated and not merely mixed with sugar, as this affects classification
• Keep records of the sugar content and preparation method for CBSA verification