HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1203.00 – Copra
HS code 1203.00 is the 6-digit subheading for copra. It is used for sun-dried copra, kiln-dried copra, smoked copra, edible-grade copra and industrial-grade copra.
What HS 1203.00 covers
Copra, classified under this HS code, is the dried kernel of the coconut, primarily traded as a raw material for the extraction of coconut oil. Coconut oil is a versatile product used extensively in food preparation, cosmetics, and various industrial applications, while the byproduct, copra meal, is a valuable animal feed. International trade in copra involves agricultural commodity traders, with major exporters located in tropical regions where coconuts are abundant, such as Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. Quality control, particularly regarding moisture content to prevent mold growth and ensure oil yield, is a critical factor in its trade.
- Covers
- Sun-dried copra
- Kiln-dried copra
- Smoked copra
- Edible-grade copra
- Industrial-grade copra
- Whole copra
- Broken copra
- Examples
- Various bulk copra suppliers from the Philippines
- Indonesia
- and India
- used by companies like Cargill and ADM for oil extraction.
Codes often confused with 1203.00
Common mistake. Distinct from fresh coconuts (080112) or desiccated coconut (080111) as it's specifically the dried kernel for oil extraction. Not to be confused with coconut oil itself (151311).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 120300, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 120300 in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 34% 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 Indonesia $52M 31% of world exports
- 2 Papua New Guinea* ~$44M 26% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $42M 25% of world exports
World total: $170M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Philippines $62M 34% of world imports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$42M 23% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$35M 19% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $183M 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 1203.00
Brazil does not split HS 1203.00: its NCM code is 1203.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 12.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1203.00
What is HS code 120300?
HS code 120300 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copra. Copra, classified under this HS code, is the dried kernel of the coconut, primarily traded as a raw material for the extraction of coconut oil. Coconut oil is a versatile product used extensively in food preparation, cosmetics, and various industrial applications, while the byproduct, copra meal, is a valuable animal feed. International trade in copra involves agricultural commodity traders, with major exporters located in tropical regions where coconuts are abundant, such as Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. Quality control, particularly regarding moisture content to prevent mold growth and ensure oil yield, is a critical factor in its trade.
What products fall under HS code 120300?
Sun-dried copra, Kiln-dried copra, Smoked copra, Edible-grade copra, Industrial-grade copra, Whole copra, Broken copra
What are common misclassifications for HS code 120300?
Distinct from fresh coconuts (080112) or desiccated coconut (080111) as it's specifically the dried kernel for oil extraction. Not to be confused with coconut oil itself (151311).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 120300?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 120300 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($52M, 31% of world exports), Papua New Guinea (about $44M) and India ($42M). World exports came to about $170M, 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 120300?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 120300 in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($62M, 34% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $42M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $35M). World imports came to about $183M, 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 120300 structured?
HS code 120300 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (12) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 120300?
In Brazil, HS code 120300 is NCM 1203.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.