Shelled Virginia Peanuts Raw from Japan
Large-sized shelled Virginia peanuts, not roasted or cooked, often broken during shelling, used in premium peanut products. HTS 1202.42.90 covers these as other shelled ground-nuts beyond named varieties. Raw form preserves natural oils for extraction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
131.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct origin verification to apply correct preferential tariff treatments like USMCA
• Test for foreign matter (shell fragments <1%) to meet importer standards
• Use ventilated containers to control humidity and prevent spoilage en route