High-Oleic Shelled Runner Peanuts from Japan
High-oleic shelled runner peanuts offer extended shelf life due to oil composition, imported raw and unroasted under HTS 1202.42.50.40 for shelled peanuts via general note 15. Preferred for health-focused products like natural peanut butter.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Request fatty acid profile analysis to substantiate high-oleic claims for marketing and classification
• Comply with biotech regulations if genetically modified varieties are involved
• Store below 10% humidity post-import to preserve oleic acid stability