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Dried Turkish Filberts In Shell

Dried filberts (another name for hazelnuts) from Corylus spp., retained in their protective shells for extended shelf life and transport. HTS 0802.21.00.00 covers these in-shell nuts whether fresh or dried, distinguishing from shelled varieties.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0802.22.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If kernels extracted

Removing the shell classifies as shelled hazelnuts under 0802.22, altering the statistical reporting.

1212.99Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If considered fruit seeds rather than nuts

Misclassification as miscellaneous seeds occurs if not clearly identified as Corylus hazelnuts.

2008.11Higher: 141.8% vs 17.5%

If blanched while still in shell form

Blanching processes push them into prepared nut categories under 2008.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label clearly as 'dried in-shell hazelnuts' with country of origin and harvest date to comply with FDA food labeling

• Ensure shells are intact without cracks exceeding 10% to meet quality standards and avoid rejection

• Obtain fumigation certificates if shipping from quarantined regions to satisfy plant quarantine regulations