US Peanut Crop Export Return from Canada
Bulk US peanut crop exported for foreign sorting by size and returned within 3 years without manufacturing advancement. Sorting does not constitute value improvement per Customs rulings, maintaining heading 1202 classification and 9801.00.10.26 duty-free status.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Foreign sorting records must specify only size separation, no quality enhancement
• Pre- and post-sorting lab analysis proving identical kernel quality
• Avoid moisture content changes that could trigger condition improvement claims