Dry-Blanched Valencia Shelled Peanuts
Shelled Valencia peanuts dry-blanched to remove the thin red skin without moisture. Not roasted or cooked, used primarily for confectionery. Falls under tariff item 1202.42.90 as other shelled ground-nuts.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the peanuts are blanched and sold as a premium snack product
Blanched peanuts for direct consumption may be classified under this subheading.
If the peanuts are prepared or preserved in any way beyond blanching
Prepared or preserved ground-nuts fall under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the peanuts are not roasted or cooked and that the dry-blanching process does not involve any additives
• Check if a certificate of origin is needed to claim a preferential duty rate under a trade agreement
• Ensure the goods are described accurately as shelled ground-nuts on the customs declaration
Related Products under Tariff item 1202.42.90
Blanched Runner Peanuts for Peanut Oil Production
High-oleic Runner peanuts, shelled and dry-blanched, imported exclusively for oil stock. Their stable oil profile suits refined cooking oil manufacturing. Not roasted or cooked, classified under tariff item 1202.42.90 as other shelled ground-nuts.
Blanched Shelled Peanut Halves for Quota
Dry-blanched shelled peanut halves (broken kernels) with skins removed via a dry heat method. Not roasted or cooked, suitable for bakery inclusions and spreads. Classified under tariff item 1202.42.90 as other shelled ground-nuts.
Bulk Dry-Blanched Valencia Oil Stock Peanuts
Certain dry-blanched Valencia lots entered under general oil stock provisions. Shelled, not roasted, for crushing mills. Classified under tariff item 1202.42.90 as other shelled ground-nuts.
Dry-Blanched High Oleic Peanuts Shelled
Dry-blanched high oleic peanuts are shelled ground-nuts that have been dry-blanched for extended shelf life without roasting. They are valued for peanut oil production and other processing. This tariff item applies to other shelled ground-nuts not elsewhere specified.
Dry-Blanched Jumbo Peanuts Shelled
Dry-blanched jumbo peanuts are large-sized shelled ground-nuts that have been dry-blanched, raw and broken or whole. They are used for premium processing and are not for immediate retail. This item covers other shelled ground-nuts not specified elsewhere.
Dry-Blanched Medium Peanut Kernels
Medium-sized shelled peanut kernels dry-blanched without moisture. Used in bakery inclusions and nut mixes. Not roasted or cooked, classified under tariff item 1202.42.90 as other shelled ground-nuts.