Vacuum Packed Pignolia Nuts from Japan
Shelled pine nuts vacuum-sealed to preserve freshness and prevent rancidity. HTS 2008.19.30.10 for pignolia preserved by packaging method as prepared nuts.
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
• Packaging must withstand pressure changes; test for integrity
• Declare vacuum process as preservation method
• Oil content testing prevents rancid rejections