Smoked Pistachios from Germany
Shelled pistachios treated with natural smoke flavoring and roasted, a preserved snack nut. Falls under 2008.19.30.20 for flavored prepared pistachios.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Disclose smoke flavor source (liquid vs natural) for clean label compliance
• Conduct microbial testing due to smoking process risks
• Avoid 'natural' claims without substantiation to prevent FTC issues