Steam-Pasteurized Brazil Nuts from Germany
Shelled Brazil nuts treated with steam pasteurization for microbial reduction, maintaining natural flavor. Falls under HTS 2008.19.10.20 as otherwise prepared Brazil nuts without added sugar or spirit.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide pasteurization validation reports to FDA to demonstrate safety equivalence to roasting
• Ensure no moisture addition exceeds 'prepared' thresholds to avoid juice-like classifications
• Label as 'pasteurized' accurately to support claims and prevent consumer confusion fines