Spiced Pfeffernüsse Balls from Japan
German pfeffernüsse are small, iced ginger-pepper balls with nutmeg and cardamom. HTS 1905.20.00.00 for these 'like' gingerbread spiced confections.
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%
Import Tips
• Document pepper usage to distinguish from general biscuits
• Handle powdered sugar icing for dust control in shipping
• File FDA prior notice specifying spice levels