HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 0801.21 – Nuts, edible; brazil nuts, fresh or dried, in shell

HS code 0801.21 is the 6-digit subheading for nuts, edible, brazil nuts, fresh or dried, in shell. It is used for whole Brazil nuts (in shell), raw Brazil nuts (in shell), organic Brazil nuts (in shell), wild-harvested Brazil nuts (in shell) and dried Brazil nuts (in shell).

What HS 0801.21 covers

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.

Covers
  • 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)
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

Codes often confused with 0801.21

Common mistake. Clearly distinct from 080122 (shelled Brazil nuts); misclassification would lead to incorrect duties and regulatory compliance based on processing level.

0801.22Nuts, edible; brazil nuts, fresh or dried, shelled

Top exporters and importers of HS code 080121, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080121 in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 52% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Peru, with about 39% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Brazil $11M
  2. 2 Ghana $6.8M
  3. 3 Netherlands $815K

World total: $22M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Peru* ~$9.7M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$5.3M
  3. 3 France $2.6M

World total: $25M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 0801.21

Brazil does not split HS 0801.21: its NCM code is 0801.21.00.

  1. 0801.21.00 Brazil nuts in shellCom casca

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 08.01 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 0801.21

What is HS code 080121?

HS code 080121 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080121?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080121 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($11M, 52% of world exports), Ghana ($6.8M) and the Netherlands ($815K). World exports came to about $22M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 080121?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080121 in UN Comtrade data were Peru (about $9.7M, 39% of world imports), Vietnam (about $5.3M) and France ($2.6M). World imports came to about $25M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

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.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 080121?

In Brazil, HS code 080121 is NCM 0801.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.