Hazelnut Halves Blanched from Japan
Blanched filberts split into halves, ready for chocolate coating or baking. HTS 2008.19.20.00 applies to these processed nut halves as prepared filberts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide splitting process details to avoid raw nut classification
• Test for bitterness from skins; blanched must be fully peeled
• EU imports may need additional traceability for origin