Blanched Brazil Nuts from Mexico
Shelled Brazil nuts with skins removed via blanching (brief hot water/steam treatment), ready for further use or snacking. This preparation method places them under HTS 2008.19.10.20 as preserved Brazil nuts without sugar.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document blanching process to prove preparation without preservatives or sugar for accurate classification
• Comply with EU/US residue limits for blanching water contaminants via lab testing
• Avoid bulk packaging over 11kg if claiming retail sale to prevent bulk cargo reclassification