Spicy Chili Peanuts from China
Shelled peanuts seasoned with chili powder and spices, roasted for heat. Classified in HTS 2008.11.61.00 as 'other' preserved peanuts with seasonings. The spice coating preserves and flavors without creating paste or butter.
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
• List all spices on labels per FDA allergen and additive rules
• Obtain spice origin certificates if transshipped to avoid duty evasion claims
• Avoid excessive coating that could mimic 'prepared with flour' subheadings