Quota-Entered Dry-Blanched Peanut Kernels from China
Generic dry-blanched peanut kernels (shelled, broken or whole) imported under strict U.S. Note 2 provisions for peanuts. Dry-blanched via heat without moisture to preserve natural state. HTS 1202.42.15.40 designates these 'other' dry-blanched peanuts for quota.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Apply for quota license early via USDA; test for aflatoxin levels pre-shipment
• Common error: Failing to segregate quota vs non-quota entries in warehouse