Fresh Shelled Hazelnuts

Freshly harvested and immediately shelled hazelnuts, minimally dried for transport, retaining natural oils. HTS 0802.22.00.00 includes both fresh and dried shelled Corylus spp. in unprepared state.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0709.60Lower: 10% vs 35%

If immature green hazelnuts

Immature fruits still in husk treated as fresh vegetables in Chapter 07.

0812.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If provisionally preserved with sulfur dioxide

Chapter note to 0812 specifically covers sulfur-treated fruits/nuts for transport.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Fresh imports require cold treatment (32-35°F) during transit per APHIS protocols

High respiration rate demands rapid customs clearance; pre-file with ACE system

Distinguish 'fresh shelled' from 'peeled' by presence of reddish-brown skin