Irradiated Sesame Seeds from Japan
Sesame seeds treated with irradiation for sterilization, retaining raw status for food use. Still 'other' oil seeds under HTS 1207.40.00.90 if not further prepared.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Include irradiation facility approval and dosage records
• FDA prior notice mandatory 72hrs pre-arrival
• Label 'treated by irradiation' per regulations