Dry-Blanched Runner Peanuts for Oil Extraction from China
Runner variety peanuts that are shelled, dry-blanched, and intended specifically for crushing into peanut oil. They are not roasted or cooked, fitting under HTS 1202.42.20.20 as shelled dry-blanched peanuts designated for use as oil stock. This classification excludes peanuts prepared for direct human consumption.
Duty Rate — China → United States
151.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain certification from supplier confirming peanuts are dry-blanched and designated for oil extraction to meet 'for use as oil stock' requirement
• Provide end-use documentation like contracts with oil processors to avoid reclassification during customs review
• Ensure no roasting or cooking has occurred; common pitfall is residual heat treatment leading to Chapter 20 classification