Raw Shelled Pignolia for Processing from Japan
Freshly shelled pine nuts intended for further industrial processing, minimally prepared by shelling only. Still under HTS 2008.19.30.10 as shelled pignolia constitutes preparation/preservation.
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
• Bulk shipments require warehouse entry bonds for processing
• Declare end-use as processing to potentially qualify for lower duties
• Phytosanitary inspection critical for unshelled residues