Dry-Blanched Runner Peanuts from Germany
Runner-type peanuts that are shelled, dry-blanched to remove red skins without water or oil, and imported under Chapter 12 U.S. Note 2 provisions. These uncooked peanuts are ideal for peanut butter manufacturing and baking. HTS 1202.42.15.40 covers dry-blanched peanuts entered pursuant to quota.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit proof of dry-blanching method (no moisture used) and varietal identification; track quota usage via USDA reports
• Pitfall: Blending with wet-blanched lots can trigger moisture content audits