Frozen Peanut Cashew Wafers
Frozen peanut cashew wafers are premium wafers with a mix of peanuts and cashews, preserved frozen. They fall under tariff item 1905.32.99 as 'other' waffles and wafers, being sweet bakers' wares prepared beyond the basic processing of Chapter 10 or 11 grains, with no cocoa or meat content exceeding limits.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3% | — | 3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wafers contain 25% or more by weight of wheat and are within the access commitment
Wheat-containing wafers may be eligible for a lower duty rate under the quota.
If the product is primarily a nut mixture with a wafer binder
Preparations of nuts are classified under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the nut content does not shift classification to Chapter 20; the wafer should be the essential character
• Document the frozen state at import for CBSA verification
• Verify wheat content for potential tariff rate quota implications
Related Products under Tariff item 1905.32.99
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Frozen or ready-to-heat waffles topped with chocolate chips, made from wheat flour batter leavened and baked into thin, crispy sheets. These are sweet waffles, a type of baker's ware, processed beyond the basic preparations of Chapter 10 or 11.
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