Dry-Blanched Spanish Peanuts from Mexico
Small-kernel Spanish peanuts, shelled and dry-blanched without cooking, skins removed via dry heat abrasion. HTS 1202.42.20.40 covers these as other dry-blanched shelled peanuts. Commonly used in candy coatings and baking.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
141.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide commercial invoice detailing blanching process and kernel size to support classification
• Comply with APHIS import permits for peanuts from certain origins to avoid quarantine
• Avoid packaging that implies retail readiness, which could trigger consumer product rules