Product classification
HS code for Cashew nuts in shell: 0801.31
Nuts, edible, cashew nuts, fresh or dried, in shell.
Classification of cashew nuts in shell under HS 0801.31
Cashew nuts in their raw, unshelled state are classified under HS code 0801.31. This code falls within Chapter 08, which encompasses edible fruit and nuts. The classification is straightforward under GRI 1, as the heading 0801 explicitly mentions cashew nuts. The distinction between "in shell" (0801.31) and "shelled" (0801.32) is a primary division within this heading. To qualify for this code, the nuts must be fresh or dried. The shell of the cashew contains caustic phenolic resins, so while they are "in shell," they are still considered a primary agricultural product before the intensive processing required to make the kernels edible.
- Covers
- Raw cashew nuts in shell
- Dried cashew nuts in shell
- Sun-dried unshelled cashews
- Freshly harvested cashew nuts before decortication
- Also under 0801.31
- Raw Cashew Nuts from Vietnam (in shell)
- African Cashew Nuts (in shell)
- Indian Cashew Nuts (in shell)
- Bulk In-Shell Cashews from Côte d'Ivoire
Codes often confused with 0801.31
Common mistake. Cashew nuts are often confused with HS code 0801.32, which is specifically for shelled cashew nuts. Another common error is using HS code 1202 for ground-nuts (peanuts), which are legumes and not tree nuts. Furthermore, if the cashew nuts have been roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared beyond simple drying, they must be classified under HS code 2008.19, which covers nuts otherwise prepared or preserved.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080131 (the code used for cashew nuts in shell), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080131 (the code used for cashew nuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data was Côte d'Ivoire, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 50% of world imports. Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its exports here ($497M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 29% of its imports here ($509M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 080131, not only cashew nuts in shell.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Côte d'Ivoire $1.5B 35% of world exports
- 2 Ghana $580M 13% of world exports
- 3 Tanzania $399M 9.2% of world exports
Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its exports here ($497M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $4.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $2.1B 50% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$2.0B 48% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 China $12M 0.3% of world imports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 29% of its imports here ($509M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $4.2B 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 cashew nuts in shell
Brazil classifies cashew nuts in shell under NCM 0801.31.00: HS 0801.31 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cashew nuts in shell
What is the HS code for Cashew nuts in shell?
The HS code for Cashew nuts in shell is 080131 (Nuts, edible; cashew nuts, fresh or dried, in shell). The HS code for cashew nuts in shell is 0801.31, representing fresh or dried cashews that have not yet been decorticated.
How do I classify Cashew nuts in shell for customs?
Cashew nuts in shell is classified under HS code 080131 — Nuts, edible; cashew nuts, fresh or dried, in shell. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are roasted cashews in shell under this code?
No, roasting is considered a preparation process that moves the product from Chapter 08 to Chapter 20, specifically under HS code 2008.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of cashew nuts in shell (HS 080131)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080131 (the code used for cashew nuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data were Côte d'Ivoire ($1.5B, 35% of world exports), Ghana ($580M) and Tanzania ($399M). World exports came to about $4.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its exports here ($497M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of cashew nuts in shell (HS 080131)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080131 (the code used for cashew nuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data were India ($2.1B, 50% of world imports), Vietnam (about $2.0B) and China ($12M). World imports came to about $4.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 29% of its imports here ($509M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Cashew nuts in shell the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080131 for Cashew nuts in shell is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cashew nuts in shell in Brazil?
In Brazil, cashew nuts in shell (HS 080131) is classified under NCM 0801.31.00.