Quota-Eligible Bulk In-Shell Peanuts
Bulk shipments of raw in-shell peanuts specifically described in and entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 2 provisions, not roasted or cooked. These meet U.S. import quota for domestic processing into butter, oil, or snacks. HTS 1202.41.40 ensures controlled entry of such ground-nuts.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-quota countries or excess volume
Peanuts from non-designated origins or over-quota use general tariff line.
If used as animal feed residues
Peanut screenings or rejects for feed classify under oilcake residues.
If roasted peanuts in shell
Roasting constitutes 'otherwise cooked' moving to chapter 20 prepared goods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Allocate quota share via USDA annual lottery; track remaining balance online
• Declare exact weight and variety on commercial invoice for quota proration
Related Products under HTS 1202.41.40
Valencia In-Shell Peanuts
Raw Valencia peanuts still in their natural shells, not roasted or cooked, imported under the quota provisions of additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 12. These peanuts are prized for their sweet flavor and high oil content, primarily grown in certain U.S. regions but imported to meet specific agricultural quotas. They fall under HTS 1202.41.40 due to being in-shell ground-nuts entered pursuant to the quota regulations.
Runner In-Shell Raw Peanuts
Unprocessed Runner variety peanuts in shell, raw and suitable for quota import under U.S. note 2, not subjected to cooking or roasting. Runner peanuts are the most common type used for peanut butter production due to their uniform size. Classified in 1202.41.40 as quota-eligible in-shell ground-nuts.
Virginia In-Shell Peanuts
Large-kernel Virginia peanuts imported raw in shell pursuant to chapter 12 U.S. note 2 quota provisions, without roasting or other cooking. These peanuts feature red skins and are often used for gourmet roasting or boiling. HTS 1202.41.40 applies specifically to such quota-entered in-shell raw ground-nuts.
Spanish In-Shell Raw Peanuts
Raw Spanish peanuts in their shells, imported under the strict provisions of additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 12, remaining unroasted and uncooked. Known for high oil content ideal for snack production. This HTS 1202.41.40 covers only quota-eligible in-shell varieties.