Blanched Shelled Runner Peanuts Quota Entry
Blanched (skins removed) shelled Runner peanuts, not roasted or otherwise cooked, specifically entered under the provisions of additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 12. These fit the quota description for tariff-rate quota imports, typically destined for confectionery or snack processing. The blanched state keeps them as raw agricultural products.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If exceeding or ineligible for quota
Quota-ineligible shelled peanuts go to the residual 'other' subheading with standard MFN duties.
If dried to low moisture content
Dried peanuts resembling legume seeds for sowing or low-moisture processing may shift to chapter 7.
If containing bitter almonds
Presence of bitter almonds changes classification within chapter 12 peanuts to reject/other categories.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm blanched peanuts meet 'not roasted or cooked' definition via processing records; avoid heat treatment pitfalls
• Submit quota certificate with entry; non-quota entries default to higher rates under 1202.42.80
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates from origin country to comply with USDA import regulations for peanuts
Related Products under HTS 1202.42.60
Shelled Virginia Peanuts Tariff-Rate Quota
Shelled Virginia peanuts, not roasted or cooked, whether broken or whole, imported pursuant to the quantitative provisions described in additional U.S. note 2. These high-oleic variety peanuts qualify for lower in-quota duties and are commonly used in peanut butter production. The HTS places them distinctly under quota-controlled raw peanut imports.
Shelled Valencia Peanuts for Export Quota
Shelled Valencia peanuts, not roasted or cooked, imported under the U.S. tariff-rate quota provisions of additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 12. These peanuts are specifically described in the note and entered pursuant to its quantitative limits to control import volumes. They are used primarily for direct human consumption or processing into peanut products.
Broken Shelled Spanish Peanuts Quota Import
Broken shelled Spanish peanuts, not roasted or cooked, described in and entered under additional U.S. note 2 provisions for tariff-rate quotas. These smaller-kernel peanuts are ideal for oil extraction or confections and fall under this HTS due to quota eligibility for shelled raw peanuts. The 'broken' state does not alter the raw classification.
High-Oleic Shelled Peanut Quota Lot
High-oleic shelled peanuts, not roasted or otherwise cooked, qualifying under the descriptions in additional U.S. note 2 for low-duty quota entry. These genetically modified peanuts offer longer shelf life for processing into spreads or snacks. HTS 1202.42.60 controls their import volume via TRQ system.