Honey-Coated Cashews from Japan
Cashew nuts coated with a thin layer of honey and lightly baked, containing added sweetening matter. Classified in 2008.19.10 for prepared cashews with sugar addition, not raw or fresh.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• List all sweeteners on commercial invoice to confirm 'added sugar' declaration
• Ensure child-safe packaging if targeting retail baby food adjacent markets
• Monitor moisture content to prevent mold during ocean freight