Blanched Spanish Peanuts GN15 from Japan
Blanched Spanish variety peanuts, roasted and ready for snacking, imported under General Note 15 provisions for preferential tariff treatment from designated beneficiary countries. These peanuts are hulled and blanched with skins removed, classified under HTS 2008.11.4300 as prepared peanuts not elsewhere specified. They meet the criteria for duty-free entry when accompanied by proper documentation.
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
• Verify origin certificate to qualify under General Note 15 for duty-free entry; non-qualifying peanuts face standard MFN duties
• Provide detailed commercial invoice specifying peanut variety, processing method, and GN15 eligibility to avoid CBP reclassification