Dry-Blanched Virginia Peanuts from Japan
Large-kernel Virginia peanuts, shelled and dry-blanched without cooking or oil addition, specifically for quota entry under U.S. Note 2. Used in gourmet snacks and confections due to their size and flavor. Fits 1202.42.15.40 as other dry-blanched shelled peanuts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice detailing blanching process and kernel count per ounce; monitor annual quota allocations
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as 'blanched' without specifying dry method