Roasted In-Shell Sunflower Seeds for Snacking from Japan
Whole sunflower seeds in natural shells, dry-roasted with light salt seasoning for direct human consumption as a snack. Falls under HTS 1206.00.00.70 as 'other' in-shell sunflower seeds for human use, not fitting confection or specific striped profiles. Minimal processing keeps them as raw seeds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include roasting process details in documentation but note it doesn't alter seed classification
• Test for moisture content below 10% to meet food safety standards and avoid spoilage claims
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests animal feed to stay in human consumption tariff