Spicy Watermelon Seeds
Roasted watermelon seeds coated in chili and spice blend for a kicked-up snack, shelled and ready-to-eat. HTS 2008.19.50.00 applies to watermelon seeds preserved by roasting and seasoning, not mixed with other seeds.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.4% | +35.0% | 41.4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with peanuts or nuts
Any mixture including watermelon seeds defaults to the 'other mixtures' residual subheading.
If primarily spice-coated
Heavy spice application could classify as mixtures of spices rather than base seed product.
If extruded into chips
If processed into puffed seed-based snacks, it becomes cereal-based preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare spice ingredients on labels; high capsaicin may require FDA prior notice
• Test for aflatoxin levels common in seeds; CBP often tests at entry
• Use 'prepared seeds' on entry docs to avoid reclassification to raw agricultural products
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