HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0802.42 – Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled
HS code 0802.42 is the 6-digit subheading for nuts, edible, chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled. It is used for shelled raw chestnuts, peeled chestnuts, vacuum-packed shelled chestnuts, frozen shelled chestnuts and chestnut flour.
What HS 0802.42 covers
This HS code covers chestnuts that have been removed from their shell, whether fresh or dried. Shelled chestnuts are a versatile ingredient used in confectionery (e.g., marrons glacés), purees, stuffings, and various culinary dishes. China is the leading producer and exporter, with Turkey and South Korea also significant. Major importers include France, Italy, and the United States, driven by demand from gourmet food manufacturers and restaurants. Trade in shelled chestnuts often involves various forms, such as whole peeled, vacuum-packed, or frozen, to extend shelf life and offer convenience. Quality control focuses on texture, color, and absence of defects, ensuring suitability for high-end food applications. The processing of chestnuts into shelf-stable forms is a key aspect of their international trade.
- Covers
- Shelled raw chestnuts
- Peeled chestnuts
- Vacuum-packed shelled chestnuts
- Frozen shelled chestnuts
- Chestnut flour
- Chestnut puree
- Dried shelled chestnuts
- Examples
- Clement Faugier (marrons glacés, uses shelled chestnuts as base)
- Trader Joe's Shelled Chestnuts
- European Shelled Chestnuts
- Chinese Shelled Chestnuts
Codes often confused with 0802.42
Common mistake. Can be confused with 080241 (in-shell chestnuts) if the shelled status is not clear, or with 200819 (prepared chestnuts) if extensively processed like candied chestnuts.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080242, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080242 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 21% 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 Spain $14M 32% of world exports
- 2 Italy $11M 24% of world exports
- 3 France $8.5M 19% of world exports
World total: $45M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $15M 21% of world imports
- 2 Spain $11M 14% of world imports
- 3 France $9.7M 13% of world imports
World total: $73M 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 0802.42
Brazil does not split HS 0802.42: its NCM code is 0802.42.00.
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 0802.42
What is HS code 080242?
HS code 080242 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled. This HS code covers chestnuts that have been removed from their shell, whether fresh or dried. Shelled chestnuts are a versatile ingredient used in confectionery (e.g., marrons glacés), purees, stuffings, and various culinary dishes. China is the leading producer and exporter, with Turkey and South Korea also significant. Major importers include France, Italy, and the United States, driven by demand from gourmet food manufacturers and restaurants. Trade in shelled chestnuts often involves various forms, such as whole peeled, vacuum-packed, or frozen, to extend shelf life and offer convenience. Quality control focuses on texture, color, and absence of defects, ensuring suitability for high-end food applications. The processing of chestnuts into shelf-stable forms is a key aspect of their international trade.
What products fall under HS code 080242?
Shelled raw chestnuts, peeled chestnuts, vacuum-packed shelled chestnuts, frozen shelled chestnuts, chestnut flour, chestnut puree, dried shelled chestnuts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080242?
Can be confused with 080241 (in-shell chestnuts) if the shelled status is not clear, or with 200819 (prepared chestnuts) if extensively processed like candied chestnuts.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080242?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080242 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($14M, 32% of world exports), Italy ($11M) and France ($8.5M). World exports came to about $45M, 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 080242?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080242 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($15M, 21% of world imports), Spain ($11M) and France ($9.7M). World imports came to about $73M, 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 080242 structured?
HS code 080242 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 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 080242?
In Brazil, HS code 080242 is NCM 0802.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.