GN15 In-Shell Peanuts for Biodiesel Production from Japan
Raw in-shell peanuts imported under general note 15 provisions explicitly for extraction into oil used in biodiesel manufacturing. Unroasted and uncooked, these serve as industrial feedstock beyond edible oil. HTS 1202.41.0520 captures GN15-entered in-shell peanuts for oil stock applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document biodiesel end-use with processor affidavits to satisfy GN15 oil stock requirements
• Monitor for varietal purity as biodiesel specs may require specific Runner or high-oleic strains