Certified Organic Nonpareil Almonds Shelled from Japan
Shelled Nonpareil almonds certified organic under USDA standards, fresh or dried, with the thin shell removed for direct consumption. Classified under HTS 0802.12.00.05 due to being shelled almonds that are certified organic. These premium almonds are known for their delicate flavor and high oil content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide USDA or equivalent organic certification documents at entry to qualify for this statistical suffix
• Confirm almonds are shelled (hulls and shells removed) to avoid misclassification under unshelled codes
• Watch for aflatoxin testing requirements; organic status doesn't exempt food safety standards