Quota Shelled Peanut Kernels for Processing

Raw shelled peanut kernels of mixed varieties, entered under peanut import quota per additional U.S. note 2, classified as 'other' in HTS 1202.42.6040. These raw nuts are designated for further domestic processing like oil extraction or roasting.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

1510Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If pressed for crude oil during processing

Extracted peanut oil immediately shifts to Chapter 15 edible oils, even if crude.

1208.10.00Higher: 36.9% vs 17.5%

If partially defatted flour/meal produced

Defatted peanut meals/flours (even refatted) move to heading 1208 per chapter note.

2305.00.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If used as animal feed residues

Peanut residues after oil extraction classify as oilcake/meal under Ch. 23 feeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

File entry with HTS suffix .40 explicitly citing note 2 provisions to secure lower TRQ rates

Prepare for CBP hold if moisture >10% or visible mold; include fumigation certificates

Monitor Federal Register for quota openings/closures affecting 1202.42.60 series