Fresh In-Shell Chinese Chestnuts from China
Fresh chestnuts from Castanea mollissima harvested in season and sold in their natural brown shells. These nuts are classified under HTS 0802.41.00.00 as fresh or dried chestnuts in shell, retaining their outer husk for protection during transport.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country to prove nuts are pest-free and meet USDA APHIS import standards
• Declare exact weight and origin; misdeclaration of 'fresh vs dried' can trigger reclassification or penalties
• Store below 5°C upon arrival to prevent mold; inspect shells for damage during customs exam