Honey Roasted Cashews
Cashews roasted with a light honey coating, containing added sweetening matter. Still classified in 2008.19.10.40 as cashews unless sugar content dictates otherwise.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sugar is principal characteristic
High sugar content shifts to subheadings for nuts with significant sweetening.
If sugar-coated like confectionery
Heavy sugar coatings classify as sugar confectionery under Chapter 17.
If mixed fruit-nut preparation
Combinations with dried fruits go to mixtures with fruit provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Quantify sugar content for accurate duty calculation if exceeding thresholds
• Provide nutritional facts panel compliant with US labeling laws
• Avoid generic 'nuts' labeling; specify cashews to match HTS description
Related Products under HTS 2008.19.10.40
Roasted Cashews Whole
Whole cashews roasted in vegetable oil without added salt or sugar, packaged for retail sale. Classified under HTS 2008.19.10.40 as prepared cashew nuts, specifically cashews, which are otherwise prepared nuts not elsewhere specified.
Salted Roasted Cashews
Cashew nuts roasted and seasoned with salt, ready-to-eat in snack bags. Falls under HTS 2008.19.10.40 for prepared cashews with added flavoring but no sugar.
Unsalted Dry Roasted Cashews
Dry-roasted cashews without oil, salt, or sugar for health-conscious consumers. HTS 2008.19.10.40 covers these simply prepared cashew nuts.
Spicy Chili Cashews
Roasted cashews flavored with chili powder and spices for a bold snack. HTS 2008.19.10.40 applies to spiced cashews as prepared nuts.
Organic Roasted Cashews
Certified organic whole cashews, roasted without additives. Classified under 2008.19.10.40 for prepared organic cashews.
Cashew Halves Roasted
Broken cashew halves, roasted for use in cooking or snacking. HTS 2008.19.10.40 includes pieces of prepared cashews.