Shelled peanuts, not roasted from India
India exported $663 million of shelled peanuts, not roasted (HS 1202.42) in FY2025-26, down 15% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 141.8% US import duty, against 151.8% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 141.8%China 151.8%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $663MDown 14.7% on last year
- HS code
- 1202.42Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 6 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1202.42.10 | Dry-blanched: Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 6.6¢/kg | – | – |
| 1202.42.15 | Dry-blanched: Described in additional U.S. note 2 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | 6.6¢/kg | – | – |
| 1202.42.20 | Dry-blanched: Other | 131.8% | 141.8% | 151.8% |
| 1202.42.50 | Other: Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 6.6¢/kg | – | – |
| 1202.42.60 | Other: Described in additional U.S. note 2 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | 6.6¢/kg | – | – |
| 1202.42.90 | Other: Other | 131.8% | 141.8% | 151.8% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of shelled peanuts, not roasted
India's exports to all countries under HS 1202.42, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 1202.42 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.9% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on shelled peanuts, not roasted from India?
141.8% on the 6 US tariff lines under HS 1202.42, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 151.8%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for shelled peanuts, not roasted?
1202.42, under heading 1202 (Peanuts (ground-nuts), not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export shelled peanuts, not roasted?
Yes. India exported $663 million under HS 1202.42 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.