Blanched Virginia Peanuts in Bulk

Blanched Virginia-type peanuts (large, oval kernels) prepared by removing skins and entered under quota provisions of additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 12. These peanuts are otherwise prepared nuts suitable for further processing or roasting, classified under HTS 2008.11.46.00 due to peanut-specific heading and U.S. quota entry requirements.

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.

1202.42Higher: 141.8% vs 35%

If raw or shelled but not otherwise prepared

Raw peanuts (in shell or shelled) fall under heading 1202 as ungerminated seeds of a kind used for sowing or other than prepared/preserved.

2008.11Same rate: 35%

If entered outside TRQ provisions

Peanuts meeting description but not entered pursuant to U.S. note 2 quota go to general 'other' subheading with higher duties.

2008.19.25.00Same rate: 35%

If mixed with other nuts or seeds

Peanut mixtures fall under 2008.19 as 'other nuts and seeds' rather than pure peanut subheading 2008.11.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify eligibility under additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 12 for TRQ entry; obtain license from USDA FAS before shipment

Provide certificate of origin and peanut type verification; common pitfall is misclassifying variety leading to over-quota duties

Ensure aflatoxin testing compliance under FDA import requirements for all peanut products