HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0802.21 – Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, in shell
HS code 0802.21 is the 6-digit subheading for nuts, edible, hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, in shell. It is used for raw in-shell hazelnuts, dried in-shell hazelnuts, organic in-shell hazelnuts, roasted in-shell hazelnuts and turkish in-shell hazelnuts.
What HS 0802.21 covers
This HS code pertains to hazelnuts or filberts that are still in their shell, whether fresh or dried. These in-shell nuts are traded globally, primarily for direct consumption as a snack or for decorative purposes, though some may be shelled by end-users. Turkey is the undisputed leader in hazelnut production and export, with Italy and Azerbaijan also being significant producers. Major importing countries often include Germany, Italy (for further processing or re-export), and China, where in-shell nuts are popular during festive seasons. International trade in in-shell hazelnuts requires careful handling to prevent mold and pest infestation, as well as grading based on size and shell integrity. Seasonal harvests and weather conditions in major producing regions significantly impact global supply and pricing.
- Covers
- Raw in-shell hazelnuts
- Dried in-shell hazelnuts
- Organic in-shell hazelnuts
- Roasted in-shell hazelnuts
- Turkish in-shell hazelnuts
- Examples
- Olam International Hazelnuts (in-shell varieties)
- local farmers' market hazelnuts
- Turkish Giresun Hazelnuts (in shell)
- Oregon In-Shell Hazelnuts
Codes often confused with 0802.21
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 080222 (shelled hazelnuts) if the 'in shell' characteristic is not explicitly stated, or with other in-shell nuts like walnuts (080231).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080221, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080221 in UN Comtrade data was Chile, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 69% 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 Chile $62M 28% of world exports
- 2 Spain $55M 25% of world exports
- 3 United States $34M 15% of world exports
World total: $225M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $149M 69% of world imports
- 2 Germany $11M 5.3% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $7.8M 3.6% of world imports
World total: $215M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 0802.21
Brazil does not split HS 0802.21: its NCM code is 0802.21.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 08.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0802.21
What is HS code 080221?
HS code 080221 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, in shell. This HS code pertains to hazelnuts or filberts that are still in their shell, whether fresh or dried. These in-shell nuts are traded globally, primarily for direct consumption as a snack or for decorative purposes, though some may be shelled by end-users. Turkey is the undisputed leader in hazelnut production and export, with Italy and Azerbaijan also being significant producers. Major importing countries often include Germany, Italy (for further processing or re-export), and China, where in-shell nuts are popular during festive seasons. International trade in in-shell hazelnuts requires careful handling to prevent mold and pest infestation, as well as grading based on size and shell integrity. Seasonal harvests and weather conditions in major producing regions significantly impact global supply and pricing.
What products fall under HS code 080221?
Raw in-shell hazelnuts, dried in-shell hazelnuts, organic in-shell hazelnuts, roasted in-shell hazelnuts, Turkish in-shell hazelnuts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080221?
This code is often confused with 080222 (shelled hazelnuts) if the 'in shell' characteristic is not explicitly stated, or with other in-shell nuts like walnuts (080231).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080221?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080221 in UN Comtrade data were Chile ($62M, 28% of world exports), Spain ($55M) and the United States ($34M). World exports came to about $225M, 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 080221?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080221 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($149M, 69% of world imports), Germany ($11M) and Hong Kong ($7.8M). World imports came to about $215M, 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 080221 structured?
HS code 080221 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) 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 080221?
In Brazil, HS code 080221 is NCM 0802.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.