Roasted Cashew Nuts
Whole cashew nuts that have been roasted and lightly salted, preserved without added sugar. Classified under HTS 2008.19.90 as 'other nuts, otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified,' distinct from raw or simply boiled nuts.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 17.9% | +35.0% | 52.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 17.9% | +10.0% | 27.9% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 17.9% | +10.0% | 27.9% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 17.9% | +10.0% | 27.9% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 17.9% | +10.0% | 27.9% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If raw or simply shelled, not roasted
Raw cashews fall under Chapter 8 as fresh or dried nuts before preservation processing.
If peanuts instead of cashews
Peanuts, even roasted, have their own specific subheading in 2008.11.
If sold as flavored snack mix with additives
If heavily seasoned or mixed with non-nut food preparations, it shifts to food preparations NESOI.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify aflatoxin levels meet FDA standards; provide lab test certificates to avoid detention
• Label with country of origin and processing details; mixtures require ingredient breakdown
• Watch for misclassification as raw nuts (0802) if not sufficiently processed
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