Smoked Pistachios from Japan
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 — 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
• 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