Bulk In-Shell Peanuts for Biodiesel Oil Stock

Unprocessed in-shell peanuts imported under quota for conversion to biodiesel via oil extraction. Raw state and oil stock purpose align with HTS 1202.41.40.20 for shelled ground-nuts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3826.00Lower: 16.5% vs 17.5%

If pre-processed into biofuel feedstock

Mixtures for biodiesel production may classify as chemical preparations in 3826.

1202.42Higher: 141.8% vs 17.5%

If shelled, non-quota oil peanuts

Shelled peanuts outside quota for oil use enter at general rates.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 17.5%

If herbal/medicinal peanuts

Specialty peanuts for medicinal use could fall under plants/materials in 1211.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include biodiesel production contracts as proof of end-use for CBP verification

Comply with biofuel feedstock reporting if eligible for duty drawback programs

Inspect for foreign matter to meet oil processing plant specifications