Blanched Shelled Virginia Peanuts from China
Blanched Virginia peanuts are large-kernel shelled ground-nuts that have had their thin red skins removed but remain raw and uncooked, classified in HTS 1202.42.50.40 as other shelled peanuts under GN15. They are ideal for gourmet roasting or direct salting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct moisture content testing (max 10%) to comply with storage and import regulations preventing mold
• Prepare for USDA inspection upon arrival; non-compliance can lead to rejection or destruction of cargo
• Use refrigerated containers if transit exceeds 30 days to maintain raw quality without cooking