Valencia In-Shell Peanuts from Japan
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.
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
• 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