HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1202.41 – Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell
HS code 1202.41 is the 6-digit subheading for ground-nuts, other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell. It is used for raw in-shell peanuts, virginia in-shell peanuts, runner in-shell peanuts, spanish in-shell peanuts and organic in-shell peanuts.
What HS 1202.41 covers
This HS code covers raw, unroasted groundnuts (peanuts) that are still in their shells, not intended for planting. These are primarily traded for direct consumption after roasting, or for further processing into various food products. Importers include snack food manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors, while exporters are major peanut-producing nations. The 'in shell' characteristic is a key differentiator, often appealing to consumers who prefer to roast or shell their own peanuts. Quality parameters, including size, appearance, and absence of defects, are crucial in international trade for this product.
- Covers
- Raw in-shell peanuts
- Virginia in-shell peanuts
- Runner in-shell peanuts
- Spanish in-shell peanuts
- Organic in-shell peanuts
- Jumbo in-shell peanuts
- Ballpark-style peanuts
- Examples
- Planters In-Shell Peanuts
- Hampton Farms In-Shell Peanuts
- Fisher In-Shell Peanuts
- various bulk commodity traders
Codes often confused with 1202.41
Common mistake. Distinct from shelled groundnuts (120242) by the presence of the shell, and from roasted groundnuts (200811) by being uncooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 120241, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 120241 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 14% 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 United States $129M 39% of world exports
- 2 Egypt $88M 27% of world exports
- 3 China $34M 10% of world exports
World total: $328M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $40M 14% of world imports
- 2 China $34M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $33M 11% of world imports
World total: $294M 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 1202.41
Brazil does not split HS 1202.41: its NCM code is 1202.41.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 12.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1202.41
What is HS code 120241?
HS code 120241 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell. This HS code covers raw, unroasted groundnuts (peanuts) that are still in their shells, not intended for planting. These are primarily traded for direct consumption after roasting, or for further processing into various food products. Importers include snack food manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors, while exporters are major peanut-producing nations. The 'in shell' characteristic is a key differentiator, often appealing to consumers who prefer to roast or shell their own peanuts. Quality parameters, including size, appearance, and absence of defects, are crucial in international trade for this product.
What products fall under HS code 120241?
Raw in-shell peanuts, Virginia in-shell peanuts, Runner in-shell peanuts, Spanish in-shell peanuts, Organic in-shell peanuts, Jumbo in-shell peanuts, Ballpark-style peanuts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 120241?
Distinct from shelled groundnuts (120242) by the presence of the shell, and from roasted groundnuts (200811) by being uncooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 120241?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 120241 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($129M, 39% of world exports), Egypt ($88M) and China ($34M). World exports came to about $328M, 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 120241?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 120241 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($40M, 14% of world imports), China ($34M) and Germany ($33M). World imports came to about $294M, 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 120241 structured?
HS code 120241 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (12) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 120241?
In Brazil, HS code 120241 is NCM 1202.41.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.