Shelled Valencia Peanuts from China
Shelled Valencia peanuts are a variety of ground-nuts harvested raw, not roasted or cooked, and classified under HTS 1202.42.50.40 as shelled peanuts entered under general note 15 provisions. These peanuts are typically used for direct consumption, oil extraction, or peanut butter production due to their high oil content.
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
• Verify compliance with general note 15 quota provisions and obtain necessary entry documentation from USDA prior to import
• Ensure peanuts are certified free from aflatoxins and meet FDA food safety standards with proper lab testing
• Avoid misclassification by confirming peanuts are shelled but not roasted; roasted varieties fall under heading 2008