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.
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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 shelled or kernels
Shelled raw peanuts shift to 1202.42, outside the in-shell subheading even if quota-eligible.
If not entered under quota provisions
Peanuts in shell not pursuant to U.S. note 2 quota fall under the general in-shell category.
If roasted or cooked
Any processing like roasting moves peanuts from raw seeds in chapter 12 to prepared nuts in chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify eligibility under additional U.S. note 2 quota provisions with USDA documentation before entry to avoid rejection
• Provide certificates of origin confirming peanut type and in-shell status; common pitfall is misclassifying shelled peanuts
• Ensure aflatoxin testing compliance as peanuts are high-risk; retain lab reports for CBP review
Related Products under HTS 1202.41.40
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.
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.