Shelled Valencia Peanuts GN15 Quota Entry

Premium shelled Valencia variety peanuts, not roasted, imported under General Note 15 TRQ provisions for specific peanut-exporting countries. Classified in 1202.42.50 as shelled, uncooked peanuts meeting the special entry requirements outlined in the tariff schedule.

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 specifically for confectionery or ice cream

Blanched peanuts designated for sweet/salty snack production or ice cream use have dedicated subheadings.

0713.10.40Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If dried to <10% moisture

Extremely low-moisture peanuts may classify as dried leguminous vegetables rather than fresh seeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm variety documentation matches GN15 requirements; Valencia peanuts often qualify for confectionery use

Track annual TRQ allocations via USDA notifications to avoid over-quota shipments