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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in-shell
In-shell cashews are fresh nuts under Chapter 8, not prepared products.
If flavored as a snack mix with seasonings dominating
Heavily seasoned nut mixes may classify as sauces or preparations under Chapter 21.
If containing added sugar exceeding minor amounts
Sugar-added nuts like honey-roasted go to specific sweetening matter subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include ingredient list and sodium content on labels per FDA food labeling rules
• Ensure moisture content below 5% to avoid spoilage claims during transit
• Use tamper-evident packaging to meet retail import standards
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.
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.
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.
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.