Runner Peanuts In Shell for Oil Extraction from Germany
Unroasted runner variety peanuts still in their natural shells, specifically imported under U.S. note 2 provisions for crushing into peanut oil. These ground-nuts are not cooked or processed and are designated for industrial oil stock use, falling under HTS 1202.41.40.20 due to their in-shell form and quota entry status.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry under additional U.S. note 2 quota; exceedance triggers higher duties or visa requirements
• Provide end-use certification as oil stock to customs; misdeclaration risks reclassification to general peanut codes
• Ensure peanuts are unroasted, unshelled, and free of contaminants per FDA import alerts for aflatoxins