Valencia Peanuts Blanched GN15

Blanched Valencia peanuts known for high oil content, prepared for confectionery use and imported under HTS 2008.11.4300 per General Note 15. These high-quality nuts from beneficiary regions receive preferential duty treatment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

1202.42.20Higher: 149.3% vs 35%

If for seed use, not food preparation

Peanuts imported for planting classified as seeds under Chapter 12, ineligible for GN15 food provisions.

2008.11Same rate: 35%

If specifically pit-shell or in-shell prepared peanuts

Different processing state like in-shell roasted uses separate subheading.

2008Same rate: 35%

If cashews mistakenly included

Wrong nut type would shift to cashew provisions entirely different from peanuts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use USDA import permit if required and reference GN15 on all entry documents

Document blanching process to confirm 'prepared' status under Chapter 20

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