Whole Blanched Almonds from Mexico
Whole almonds with the skins removed through blanching, otherwise prepared or preserved, typically roasted or dry-roasted without added sugar. Classified under HTS 2008.19.40.00 as prepared almonds, distinct from raw nuts in 0802.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify processing (e.g
• blanching or roasting) to confirm classification under 2008, not raw nuts in 0802; provide processing certificates
• Include FDA prior notice and facility registration for nuts due to allergen and contamination risks
• Avoid misdeclaration as mixtures if only almonds to prevent reclassification and penalties