Sesame Seeds Toasted with Sea Salt

Toasted white sesame seeds lightly salted for culinary or snack use. Classified in 2008.19.9090 as other prepared seeds, otherwise preserved.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China17.9%+35.0%52.9%
🇲🇽Mexico17.9%+10.0%27.9%
🇨🇦Canada17.9%+10.0%27.9%
🇩🇪Germany17.9%+10.0%27.9%
🇯🇵Japan17.9%+10.0%27.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1207.40.00Lower: 35% vs 52.9%

If untoasted sesame seeds

Raw sesame seeds are classified as unprepared in 1207.40.

2008.19Same rate: 52.9%

If from specific origins like Brazil under quota

Certain sesame may fall under quota-limited subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab analysis for oil content; high oil may trigger different food safety rules

Use proper NAICS codes (311911) for snack food imports

Monitor for sesame allergen labeling mandates under FDA FALCPA