Spicy Watermelon Seeds from Japan
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.
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
• 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