Product classification
HS code for Cashews: 0801.32
Nuts, edible, cashew nuts, fresh or dried, shelled.
Classification of cashews under HS 0801.32
The classification of shelled cashew nuts under HS code 080132 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. Chapter 8 covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as peel of citrus fruit or melons. Heading 0801 specifically addresses coconuts, Brazil nuts, and cashew nuts, whether fresh or dried, and whether or not shelled or peeled. Within this heading, the subheadings are divided by the type of nut and then by its state (in shell versus shelled). Subheading 080132 is reserved for cashew nuts that have had their outer shell removed. This classification applies regardless of whether the nuts are fresh or dried. However, the degree of processing is a critical factor; if the cashews have been roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared beyond simple drying or shelling, they may move to Chapter 20. For standard raw or dried shelled cashews, 080132 remains the primary code for international trade documentation and tariff application. The distinction is vital because shelled nuts often carry different duty rates compared to their in-shell counterparts due to the added value of processing.
- Covers
- Raw shelled cashew nuts
- Dried shelled cashew nuts
- Blanched cashew nuts (where the thin skin is removed)
- Broken shelled cashew pieces
- Whole shelled cashew kernels
- Also under 0801.32
- Planters Cashews
- Kirkland Signature Cashews
- Trader Joe's Roasted & Salted Cashews
- Whole Foods Market Cashew Kernels
- NOW Foods Raw Cashews
Codes often confused with 0801.32
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs between 080132 and 080131. Code 080131 is strictly for cashews that remain in their hard outer shell. Another common error involves HS code 200819. If cashews are roasted, salted, flavored, or coated in sugar or honey, they are considered "prepared or preserved" and must be classified under 200819 rather than Chapter 8. Importers often mistakenly use 080132 for roasted snacks, which can lead to customs penalties and incorrect duty payments.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080132 (the code used for cashews), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080132 (the code used for cashews) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 080132, not only cashews.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$3.2B 61% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Côte d'Ivoire $624M 12% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $314M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $5.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $859M 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $625M 13% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $357M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $4.9B 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 cashews
Brazil classifies cashews under NCM 0801.32.00: HS 0801.32 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cashews
What is the HS code for Cashews?
The HS code for Cashews is 080132 (Nuts, edible; cashew nuts, fresh or dried, shelled). The HS code for shelled cashew nuts is 080132, while cashews in their shell are classified under 080131.
How do I classify Cashews for customs?
Cashews is classified under HS code 080132 — Nuts, edible; cashew nuts, fresh or dried, shelled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 080132 include roasted cashews?
No, roasted cashews are generally classified under HS code 200819 as prepared nuts. 080132 is reserved for fresh or dried nuts that have not been cooked or further processed with additives.
Which countries are the top exporters of cashews (HS 080132)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080132 (the code used for cashews) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $3.2B, 61% of world exports), Côte d'Ivoire ($624M) and the Netherlands ($314M). World exports came to about $5.2B, 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 cashews (HS 080132)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080132 (the code used for cashews) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($859M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($625M) and the Netherlands ($357M). World imports came to about $4.9B, 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.
Is the HS code for Cashews the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080132 for Cashews 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 cashews in Brazil?
In Brazil, cashews (HS 080132) is classified under NCM 0801.32.00.