Bulk In-Shell Peanuts for Biodiesel Oil Stock from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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