About HS Code 080121
This HS code covers Brazil nuts that are fresh or dried and still in their shell. Brazil nuts are unique among nuts for being primarily wild-harvested from the Amazon rainforest, making their trade intrinsically linked to sustainability and forest conservation efforts. Importers are typically specialty nut distributors, organic food suppliers, and some direct-to-consumer retailers in North America and Europe, catering to a niche market that appreciates the raw, unprocessed form. Exporters are almost exclusively the Amazonian countries of Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru. The trade involves careful handling to prevent spoilage and damage to the shells, and often supports local communities involved in the harvest. The in-shell form offers a longer shelf life and is sometimes preferred for its freshness and the ritual of cracking them open.
Products Under This Code
Whole Brazil nuts (in shell), Raw Brazil nuts (in shell), Organic Brazil nuts (in shell), Wild-harvested Brazil nuts (in shell), Dried Brazil nuts (in shell)
Real World Examples
Terrasoul Superfoods Organic Brazil Nuts (in shell), Bulk Brazil Nuts (in shell) from specialty stores, Amazonian Brazil Nuts, Nuts.com In-Shell Brazil Nuts
Common Misclassification
Clearly distinct from 080122 (shelled Brazil nuts); misclassification would lead to incorrect duties and regulatory compliance based on processing level.
Products Classified Under 0801.21
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru are the primary exporters, with significant imports by European countries and the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 080121?
HS code 080121 covers: Nuts, edible; brazil nuts, fresh or dried, in shell. This HS code covers Brazil nuts that are fresh or dried and still in their shell. Brazil nuts are unique among nuts for being primarily wild-harvested from the Amazon rainforest, making their trade intrinsically linked to sustainability and forest conservation efforts. Importers are typically specialty nut distributors, organic food suppliers, and some direct-to-consumer retailers in North America and Europe, catering to a niche market that appreciates the raw, unprocessed form. Exporters are almost exclusively the Amazonian countries of Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru. The trade involves careful handling to prevent spoilage and damage to the shells, and often supports local communities involved in the harvest. The in-shell form offers a longer shelf life and is sometimes preferred for its freshness and the ritual of cracking them open.
What products fall under HS code 080121?
Whole Brazil nuts (in shell), Raw Brazil nuts (in shell), Organic Brazil nuts (in shell), Wild-harvested Brazil nuts (in shell), Dried Brazil nuts (in shell)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080121?
Clearly distinct from 080122 (shelled Brazil nuts); misclassification would lead to incorrect duties and regulatory compliance based on processing level.
How is HS code 080121 structured?
HS code 080121 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.