Blanched Spanish Peanuts
Small-kernel Spanish variety peanuts, shelled and dry-blanched, not roasted, for snack or confectionery use. HTS 1202.42.10 covers these when described in general note 15 and entered pursuant to its TRQ provisions for raw peanut imports.
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More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other dry-blanched not under GN15
Non-quota dry-blanched peanuts use this subheading with standard MFN duties.
If ground into paste post-blanch
Peanut butter or paste classifies as prepared nuts under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Cross-check import volume against annual TRQ limits published by USDA
• Provide aflatoxin test results (<20 ppb) as standard for peanut entries
• Ensure blanching is 'dry' method; water use shifts potential classification
Related Products under HTS 1202.42.10
Blanched Valencia Peanuts
Dry-blanched Valencia peanuts are shelled, raw peanuts with the thin red skin removed through a dry blanching process, not roasted or cooked. They fall under HTS 1202.42.10 when imported under U.S. peanut quota provisions in general note 15, typically for specific varieties like Valencia used in confectionery or direct consumption.
Blanched Runner Peanuts
Shelled Runner-type peanuts that are dry-blanched to remove skins without moisture or cooking, meeting raw peanut criteria. Classified in HTS 1202.42.10 when entered pursuant to general note 15 provisions for quota-limited imports of high-oleic or specific U.S. market varieties.
High-Oleic Blanched Peanuts
Shelled, dry-blanched peanuts bred for high oleic acid content, ideal for frying without roasting at import. Qualifies for HTS 1202.42.10 under general note 15 when entered for U.S. domestic peanut market under quota restrictions.
Blanched Virginia Peanuts
Large-kernel Virginia peanuts, shelled and dry-blanched for clean white appearance, imported raw under U.S. peanut program. HTS 1202.42.10 applies specifically for dry-blanched peanuts described in and entered pursuant to general note 15 tariff provisions.