Virginia Peanuts In Shell Oil Stock from China
Large-kernel Virginia peanuts in shell, raw and unroasted, entered pursuant to U.S. note 2 for exclusive use in oil pressing operations. Classified under 1202.41.40.20 as in-shell ground-nuts meeting quota criteria for oil stock.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain import license confirming oil stock end-use before shipment to avoid quota penalties
• Document shell integrity and moisture content to prevent spoilage claims during customs inspection
• Pair with phytosanitary certificates addressing peanut import quarantine restrictions