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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If quota ineligibility or over-quota entry
Exceeding quota or non-qualifying origin shifts to higher-duty general in-shell rate.
If dried and prepared as legume seeds
Dried shelled peanuts for food use may classify under chapter 7 legumes instead of oilseeds.
If blanched but not roasted
Blanching (skin removal) on shelled peanuts moves to prepared chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Cross-check peanut variety against USDA quota lists; Virginia types have specific volume limits
• Use refrigerated containers if transit exceeds 30 days to preserve raw quality
• Avoid common pitfall of partial shelling during transport which could trigger reclassification
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.
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.