Valencia In-Shell Peanuts
Raw Valencia peanuts in their natural shells, not roasted or cooked, imported under General Note 15 provisions for preferential tariff treatment. These peanuts are prized for their sweet flavor and high oil content, primarily grown in specific regions qualifying for duty-free entry. Classified under HTS 1202.41.05 due to being in-shell and meeting GN15 criteria.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not qualifying under General Note 15
Peanuts in shell not entered pursuant to GN15 provisions fall under the general 'other' category with standard MFN duties.
If shelled or kernels
Shelled peanuts, even raw and qualifying under GN15, are classified separately in 1202.42 based on form.
If roasted or cooked
Processing like roasting moves peanuts from Chapter 12 raw seeds to Chapter 20 prepared nuts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin certificates to confirm eligibility under General Note 15 for duty-free or reduced rates
• Provide documentation proving peanuts are not roasted/cooked and remain in natural shell
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring shelled peanuts, which shift to other subheadings
Related Products under HTS 1202.41.05
Runner In-Shell Peanuts GN15
Unprocessed Runner variety peanuts in shell, imported pursuant to General Note 15 for countries like Argentina or Mexico with trade agreements. These medium-sized peanuts are ideal for boiling or roasting post-import. HTS 1202.41.05 applies specifically to in-shell raw peanuts under GN15 provisions.
Spanish In-Shell Raw Peanuts
Small-sized Spanish peanuts in shell, raw and uncooked, entered under HTS 1202.41.05 per General Note 15 for eligible origins. Known for high oil content used in confections and snacks after processing. Classification fits raw, in-shell form with preferential provisions.
Argentina Valencia Peanuts In-Shell
Premium Valencia peanuts from Argentina in their shells, raw and not cooked, qualifying for GN15 preferential treatment under HTS 1202.41.05. These are exported in bulk for further processing into oil or snacks. Meets criteria as unroasted, in-shell ground-nuts.
Mexican Runner In-Shell Peanuts
Raw Runner peanuts in shell from Mexico, entered pursuant to General Note 15 provisions for USMCA benefits under HTS 1202.41.05. These medium peanuts are valued for confectionery uses. Stays in Chapter 12 as uncooked, shelled ground-nuts.
Bulk In-Shell Valencia GN15 Peanuts
Bulk shipments of raw Valencia peanuts in shell, not roasted, imported under HTS 1202.41.05 GN15 for preferential duty rates. Primarily for peanut butter or oil production. Classification based on raw, in-shell state and qualifying entry provisions.