Virginia In-Shell Peanuts from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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