Runner Peanuts In Shell for Oil Extraction

Unroasted runner variety peanuts still in their natural shells, specifically designated for crushing to extract peanut oil. These ground-nuts fall under HTS 1202.41.80.20 as they are unprepared, in shell, and intended solely as oil stock per the tariff description. Not suitable for direct human consumption or sowing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China163.8%+17.5%181.3%
🇲🇽Mexico163.8%+10.0%173.8%
🇨🇦Canada163.8%+10.0%173.8%
🇩🇪Germany163.8%+10.0%173.8%
🇯🇵Japan163.8%+10.0%173.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1202.41.40Lower: 17.5% vs 181.3%

If shelled rather than in shell

Shelled peanuts for oil stock shift to 1202.41.40 due to removal of shells changing the physical form.

1202.42Lower: 141.8% vs 181.3%

If broken or split while still in preparations for oil

Broken in-shell peanuts for oil stock are classified under 1202.42.80.20 based on the 'broken' specification.

2305.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 181.3%

If processed into peanut cake after oil extraction

Post-oil extraction residues like peanut meal fall under Chapter 23 as oil-cake, not raw seeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify supplier certification that peanuts are unroasted and designated for oil stock to avoid reclassification as food-grade

Provide end-use documentation proving oil extraction purpose to qualify for this tariff line

Check for aflatoxin levels as common pitfall; ensure compliance with FDA import alerts for peanuts