About HS Code 200811
This specific HS code covers ground-nuts (peanuts) that have undergone preparation or preservation, potentially with added sugar, other sweetening matter, or spirit. This includes a wide array of products such as roasted, salted, honey-roasted, or otherwise processed peanuts, but explicitly excludes raw peanuts, which fall under Chapter 12. The global trade in prepared peanuts is substantial, fueled by their immense popularity as snacks, their use as ingredients in confectionery, and their role in various cuisines worldwide. Importers are typically snack food companies, confectioners, and retail distributors. Exporters are often major peanut-producing countries with well-established processing industries. Critical trade considerations include stringent quality control for aflatoxins, consistency in roasting, and accurate allergen labeling.
Products Under This Code
Roasted peanuts, Salted peanuts, Honey roasted peanuts, Peanut butter (if just peanuts + sugar/salt), Dry roasted peanuts, Spiced peanuts
Real World Examples
Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts, Skippy Peanut Butter, Jif Peanut Butter, Mr. Peanut, Fisher Roasted Peanuts
Common Misclassification
This code is specifically for *ground-nuts* (peanuts); other nuts fall under 200819, and raw peanuts are in Chapter 12 (e.g., 120242).
Products Classified Under 2008.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
The US, China, and the Netherlands are major importers, while Argentina, India, and the US are key exporters of prepared ground-nuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 200811?
HS code 200811 covers: Nuts; ground-nuts, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. This specific HS code covers ground-nuts (peanuts) that have undergone preparation or preservation, potentially with added sugar, other sweetening matter, or spirit. This includes a wide array of products such as roasted, salted, honey-roasted, or otherwise processed peanuts, but explicitly excludes raw peanuts, which fall under Chapter 12. The global trade in prepared peanuts is substantial, fueled by their immense popularity as snacks, their use as ingredients in confectionery, and their role in various cuisines worldwide. Importers are typically snack food companies, confectioners, and retail distributors. Exporters are often major peanut-producing countries with well-established processing industries. Critical trade considerations include stringent quality control for aflatoxins, consistency in roasting, and accurate allergen labeling.
What products fall under HS code 200811?
Roasted peanuts, Salted peanuts, Honey roasted peanuts, Peanut butter (if just peanuts + sugar/salt), Dry roasted peanuts, Spiced peanuts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200811?
This code is specifically for *ground-nuts* (peanuts); other nuts fall under 200819, and raw peanuts are in Chapter 12 (e.g., 120242).
How is HS code 200811 structured?
HS code 200811 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (20) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.