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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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