Dry-Blanched Runner Peanuts from China
Runner variety peanuts that have been shelled, dry-blanched to remove the thin red skin without moisture or oil, and are not roasted or cooked. They fall under HTS 1202.42.20.40 as shelled, dry-blanched peanuts, other than Valencia type. This classification applies to raw peanuts prepared for further processing like peanut butter or confectionery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
149.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify blanching method is dry (no water or oil) via processing certificates to confirm HTS 1202.42.20.40 classification
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements for raw peanuts and prevent aflatoxin issues
• Label moisture content accurately, as exceeding limits may reclassify to unshelled or in-shell categories