Product classification
HS code for Coconuts in shell: 0801.12
Nuts, edible, coconuts, in the inner shell (endocarp).
Classification of coconuts in shell under HS 0801.12
Coconuts in the inner shell (endocarp) are classified under HS code 0801.12. This classification is determined by the physical state of the nut at the time of importation. Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System covers edible fruit and nuts. Within heading 0801, coconuts are subdivided based on their level of processing. Code 0801.12 specifically refers to coconuts that have had the outer fibrous husk (exocarp and mesocarp) removed but retain the hard, stony inner shell that protects the meat and water. This is a common commercial form for international trade, as the shell provides a natural protective barrier during transport. The classification follows General Interpretative Rule 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since the product is an edible nut in its natural, albeit partially de-husked state, it remains within the primary agricultural category of Chapter 8. The distinction between 'in shell' and 'shelled' is critical for tariff application, as the weight of the shell is included in the taxable weight for this specific code. These coconuts are typically used for retail sale where the consumer performs the final extraction of the meat and water.
- Covers
- Fresh coconuts in the inner shell
- Dried coconuts in the inner shell
- Whole coconuts with husk removed (endocarp intact)
- Mature coconuts for retail sale in shell
- Coconuts with partial husk remaining but endocarp visible
- Also under 0801.12
- Coconuts from Thailand (often green, young)
- Indian Coconuts
- Dole Coconuts
- Melissa's Produce Coconuts
- Vita Coco Whole Coconuts
Codes often confused with 0801.12
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0801.11, which is reserved for desiccated coconut (shredded and dried meat). Another common error is using HS code 0801.19, which is a residual category for coconuts that are 'other' than desiccated or in the inner shell, such as fully shelled coconuts (meat only). Additionally, coconuts with the outer husk still attached (the green or brown fibrous layer) are sometimes incorrectly placed here, though they are technically covered under the broader heading 0801.19 in many jurisdictions or specific subheadings depending on regional tariff schedules. It is vital to distinguish between the endocarp (inner shell) and the exocarp (outer skin) to avoid 0801.19 errors.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080112 (the code used for coconuts in shell), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080112 (the code used for coconuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 82% 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 080112, not only coconuts in shell.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $234M 45% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $123M 24% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$66M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $522M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $579M 82% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$37M 5.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $12M 1.7% of world imports
World total: $708M 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 coconuts in shell
Brazil classifies coconuts in shell under NCM 0801.12.00: HS 0801.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about coconuts in shell
What is the HS code for Coconuts in shell?
The HS code for Coconuts in shell is 080112 (Nuts, edible; coconuts, in the inner shell (endocarp)). The specific HS code for coconuts in the inner shell (endocarp) is 0801.12.
How do I classify Coconuts in shell for customs?
Coconuts in shell is classified under HS code 080112 — Nuts, edible; coconuts, in the inner shell (endocarp). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How are coconuts with the outer husk classified?
Coconuts that still possess the outer fibrous husk are generally classified under HS code 0801.19, as they do not meet the 'in shell' (endocarp only) definition of 0801.12.
Which countries are the top exporters of coconuts in shell (HS 080112)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080112 (the code used for coconuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($234M, 45% of world exports), Thailand ($123M) and Vietnam (about $66M). World exports came to about $522M, 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 coconuts in shell (HS 080112)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080112 (the code used for coconuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data were China ($579M, 82% of world imports), Vietnam (about $37M) and the United States ($12M). World imports came to about $708M, 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 Coconuts in shell the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080112 for Coconuts 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 coconuts in shell in Brazil?
In Brazil, coconuts in shell (HS 080112) is classified under NCM 0801.12.00.