Wasabi-Flavored Watermelon Seeds from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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