Bulk Shelled Hazelnut Kernels from Germany
Industrial bulk packs of shelled hazelnut kernels, fresh or dried, mechanically shelled for nut butter production. HTS 0802.22.00.00 applies to these unprepared Corylus nuts post-shell removal.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• For bulk >50kg bags, ensure IPPC-compliant wooden pallets to avoid ISPM-15 violations
• Industrial importers should pre-clear with FDA for field allergen testing protocols
• Document mechanical shelling process to distinguish from hand-peeled (blanched) products