Salted Watermelon Seeds from Germany
Shelled watermelon seeds preserved by salting and light toasting, popular in Asian snack markets for their nutty taste. Falls under HTS 2008.19.50.00 as specifically named 'watermelon seeds' prepared without added sugar.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include processing certificates showing salt content and heat treatment to distinguish from raw seeds
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates from origin to clear USDA inspections for seed imports
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'nuts' which could trigger higher duties or different quotas