Spanish In-Shell Peanuts for Sowing GN15
Raw small-kernel Spanish peanuts in shell, used for sowing or processing, imported under General Note 15. Not cooked or roasted, fitting the 'other' category in 1202.41.05.40 for TRQ-eligible in-shell ground-nuts.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If outside GN15 TRQ eligibility
Non-quota in-shell peanuts incur standard duties under general 'other' provisions.
If exclusively for sowing and meeting Chapter 12 criteria
Heading 1209 covers seeds specifically for sowing, excluding peanuts unless proven primary sowing use.
If dry roasted post-import
Roasting transforms raw peanuts into Chapter 20 prepared products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• For sowing use, provide germination test results
• Track GN15 quota usage via CBP ACE system
• Pitfall: misdeclaring as shelled evades duties but risks penalties
Related Products under HTS 1202.41.05.40
Virginia In-Shell Peanuts for General Note 15
Raw, in-shell Virginia-type peanuts (Arachis hypogaea), not roasted or cooked, entered under General Note 15 provisions for tariff-rate quota imports from specified countries. These large-kernel peanuts are primarily used for processing into peanut butter and snacks. Classified under 1202.41.0540 due to being in-shell, raw, and specifically described in GN15.
Runner In-Shell Peanuts GN15 Quota
Raw Runner variety in-shell peanuts imported under U.S. tariff-rate quota per General Note 15, not roasted or otherwise cooked. Medium-sized kernels ideal for roasting and salting. HTS 1202.41.0540 applies specifically to GN15-eligible in-shell peanuts.
Valencia In-Shell Raw Peanuts GN15
Unroasted Valencia-type peanuts in shell, entered pursuant to General Note 15 TRQ provisions, whether broken or whole. Known for high oil content and flavor in boiled peanuts. Fits 1202.41.0540 as 'other' in-shell peanuts under GN15.
Mixed Variety In-Shell Raw Peanuts GN15
Blend of Virginia and Runner in-shell peanuts, raw and unprocessed, entered under General Note 15 'other' provisions. Used for confectionery and oil production. Classified in 1202.41.0540 as in-shell peanuts described in GN15.
Large Kernel In-Shell Peanuts Argentina GN15
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Broken In-Shell Peanuts GN15 Quota
Raw peanuts in shell, some broken during harvest, entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions. Not cooked, suitable for oil milling. Fits 1202.41.0540 as 'whether or not broken' in-shell peanuts.