Shelled Brazil Nuts from Germany
Large dried Brazil nuts with the thick outer shells removed, exposing the creamy kernel. HTS 0802.99.98.00 covers these as shelled 'other nuts,' distinct from in-shell or prepared forms.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for selenium content; high levels may require additional FDA notifications
• Use vacuum packaging documentation to prove preservation method compliance
• Confirm shelled status with photos or shell residue analysis to prevent reclassification