Fresh In-Shell Cashew Nuts from Mexico
Fresh cashew nuts harvested with their natural hard shells intact, typically dried to reduce moisture content for transport but remaining fresh. Classified under HTS 0801.31.00.00 as cashew nuts in shell, distinguishing them from shelled varieties.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content below 10% to qualify as 'dried' per HTS notes; obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries like Vietnam; inspect for aflatoxin contamination common in tropical nuts