1206.00.00.80/Flavored BBQ Sunflower Seeds/Japan

Flavored BBQ Sunflower Seeds from Japan

Whole sunflower seeds flavored with barbecue seasoning, intended for human consumption as a trail mix component. HTS 1206.00.00.80 covers these as 'other' preparations for human use, not fitting flour/meal categories or advanced processing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Declare flavorings accurately; excessive additives could push into Chapter 20 or food prep headings

• Use commercial invoices specifying 'not for oil extraction or sowing' to affirm human use subheading

• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for flavored seeds entering the US