Dry-Blanched Virginia Peanuts Shelled from Japan
Shelled Virginia peanuts that have been dry-blanched to remove the thin red skin without moisture, not roasted or cooked. Classified under HTS 1202.42.20 as shelled, dry-blanched peanuts other than those specifically for confectionery or immediate repacking. These are raw peanuts suitable for further processing into peanut butter or snacks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
131.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify dry-blanching process documentation to confirm no moisture used, distinguishing from water-blanched under 1202.42.40
• Ensure aflatoxin testing certificates as peanuts are prone to contamination; U.S
• FDA requires levels below 20 ppb
• Label clearly as 'not roasted or cooked' to prevent reclassification into cooked peanut headings like 2008