Blanched Virginia Peanuts in Bulk from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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