Roasted Salted Peanuts in Shell from China
Whole peanuts still in their natural shells, roasted and lightly salted for flavor enhancement. Classified under HTS 2008.11.61.00 as 'other' prepared or preserved peanuts, not elsewhere specified like peanut butter or paste. The roasting and salting process preserves the nuts while adding taste, distinguishing them from raw peanuts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
151.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify aflatoxin levels meet FDA standards with lab testing certificates to avoid customs holds
• Label products clearly with country of origin and ingredient list per 21 CFR 101 regulations
• Check for shell integrity to prevent classification disputes as 'shelled' peanuts