Runner Peanuts In Shell for Oil Extraction from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
163.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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