Virginia In-Shell Peanuts for General Note 15 from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify peanut origin qualifies under GN15 TRQ; provide quota certificate from USDA
• Inspect for aflatoxin levels per FDA standards
• Label clearly as 'raw in-shell peanuts' to avoid cooked classification