Argentina-Origin Shelled Peanuts GN15

High-quality shelled peanuts exported from Argentina under the U.S. peanut TRQ program (General Note 15). These uncooked peanuts are classified in subheading 1202.42.50 when entered pursuant to quota provisions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1202.42Same rate: 17.5%

If shipped outside quota window

Post-TRQ closure, Argentine peanuts enter at higher general rates.

0713.20Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If processed beyond simple shelling

Dried or otherwise dehydrated shelled peanuts may enter dried legume category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure TRQ allocation number from USDA prior to export from Argentina

Provide Spanish/English bilingual phytosanitary certificates for customs clearance

Related Products under HTS 1202.42.50

Blanched Shelled Peanuts for General Note 15 Quota

Shelled peanuts that have been blanched to remove the thin red skin, not roasted or cooked, specifically entered under the provisions of General Note 15 for tariff-rate quota imports from designated countries. These peanuts fall under HTS 1202.42.50 due to their shelled form and compliance with the special quota requirements for uncooked peanuts.

Shelled Valencia Peanuts GN15 Quota Entry

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Runner Type Shelled Peanuts TRQ Entry

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Broken Shelled Peanut Pieces GN15

Shelled peanut kernels including fragments and broken pieces, not roasted, entered under General Note 15 TRQ for designated origins. Falls under 1202.42.50 as 'shelled, whether or not broken' peanuts compliant with quota provisions.

Vietnam Shelled Peanuts TRQ Compliant

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