Blanched Shelled Runner Peanuts Quota Entry from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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