Dry-Blanched Valencia Peanuts Shelled from Japan
Premium shelled Valencia peanuts dry-blanched to remove skins, raw and suitable for oil extraction or snacks. Classified in HTS 1202.42.20 as other dry-blanched, distinguishing from wet-blanched or confectionery-specific types. High oleic varieties common in this form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
131.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Test for high-oleic traits if claimed, as it impacts oil yield but not classification
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for bulk shipments to prevent wood pest issues
• Reconcile invoices with 'dry-blanched' terminology to match HTS description precisely