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Wasabi-Flavored Watermelon Seeds from Germany

Shelled watermelon seeds roasted and dusted with wasabi powder for a spicy, Japanese-inspired snack. HTS 2008.19.50.00 for flavored watermelon seeds preserved by roasting.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• List all flavorings on commercial invoice; wasabi may flag chemical residue tests

• Obtain FDA registration for flavored foods entering U.S. ports

• Package in nitrogen-flushed bags to extend shelf life and pass quality checks