Toasted Hemp Seeds from Japan
Lightly toasted whole hemp seeds enhancing flavor for snack mixes, retaining oleaginous character. Still raw seeds under HTS 1207.99.03.60 as minimal processing doesn't alter seed classification.
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
• Declare toasting temperature/process to confirm it doesn't qualify as 'prepared' under Chapter 20
• FDA prior notice required; test for microbial contamination post-heat treatment
• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger consumer product marking requirements