California Nonpareil Shelled Almonds from China
Premium shelled almonds of the Nonpareil variety, grown primarily in California, with the hulls and shells removed for convenience. Classified under HTS 0802.12.00.15 as shelled almonds that are 'other' (not specifically in paste form or blanched). These are fresh or dried almonds suitable for snacking, baking, or processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify aflatoxin levels comply with FDA limits (20 ppb total) via testing certificates to avoid detention
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like navel orangeworm
• Label accurately with country of origin and net weight; mislabeling as 'blanched' leads to reclassification