Lightly Toasted Cashews from Japan
Lightly toasted cashews are cashew nuts subjected to a brief heat treatment to enhance flavour without additives. This minimal preparation qualifies them under tariff item 2008.19.10 as otherwise prepared nuts, as roasting is a preservation process.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the toasting process is sufficient to classify as prepared, not raw
• Keep documentation of the heat treatment for CBSA
• Ensure no added oils or seasonings that might alter classification