Honey Roasted Peanut Butter from Japan
Peanut butter from honey-roasted peanuts, lightly sweetened, qualifying for HTS 2008.11.05.00 under U.S. Note 5. Remains classified as peanut paste despite minor honey addition within allowed limits. Retail squeeze pack.
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
• Quantify honey content to ensure it doesn't exceed peanut butter definition
• FDA prior notice required for all peanut products
• Label allergens prominently per regulations