Product classification
HS code for Filberts: 0802.22
Nuts, edible, hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled.
Classification of filberts under HS 0802.22
Filberts, commonly known as hazelnuts, are classified under HS code 0802.22 when they have been removed from their hard outer shells. This classification falls within Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System, which covers edible fruit and nuts. Specifically, heading 0802 is reserved for other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled, excluding those specifically named in earlier headings like coconuts or almonds. The classification process follows the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and 6, which dictate that the terms of the headings and subheadings govern the classification. For 0802.22, the product must be the nut of the Corylus species. The nuts can be fresh or dried, and they may have the thin papery skin (pellicle) still attached, but the primary woody shell must be absent. It is important to note that if the filberts have been roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared beyond simple drying or shelling, they may shift to Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, or nuts.
- Covers
- Shelled raw hazelnuts
- Dried filberts without shells
- Blanched filberts (skin removed)
- Sliced or chopped raw filberts
- Whole shelled filbert kernels
- Also under 0802.22
- Ferrero (sources for Nutella)
- Barry Callebaut (sources for chocolate)
- Olam International Shelled Hazelnuts
- Oregon Shelled Hazelnuts
Codes often confused with 0802.22
Common mistake. Filberts are frequently misclassified under HS code 0802.21, which is specifically for hazelnuts or filberts that remain in their shell. Another common error is using HS code 2008.19. This code is intended for nuts that have been prepared or preserved by methods such as roasting, salting, or coating in sugar or honey. If the filberts have undergone any heat treatment that alters their chemical structure beyond simple drying for preservation, they must be moved from Chapter 8 to Chapter 20. Additionally, filberts should not be confused with 0802.12 (shelled almonds) or 0802.32 (shelled walnuts), as the botanical origin is a primary determinant in Chapter 8.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080222 (the code used for filberts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080222 (the code used for filberts) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% 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 080222, not only filberts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $1.1B 43% of world exports
- 2 Chile $443M 18% of world exports
- 3 Italy $248M 10% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $648M 25% of world imports
- 2 Italy $547M 21% of world imports
- 3 France $237M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $2.6B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 filberts
Brazil classifies filberts under NCM 0802.22.00: HS 0802.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about filberts
What is the HS code for Filberts?
The HS code for Filberts is 080222 (Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled). The HS code for shelled filberts (hazelnuts) is 0802.22, while filberts in the shell are classified under 0802.21.
How do I classify Filberts for customs?
Filberts is classified under HS code 080222 — Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include roasted hazelnuts?
No, roasted hazelnuts are typically classified under HS code 2008.19, as roasting is considered a preparation method that exceeds the scope of Chapter 8.
Which countries are the top exporters of filberts (HS 080222)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080222 (the code used for filberts) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($1.1B, 43% of world exports), Chile ($443M) and Italy ($248M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 filberts (HS 080222)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080222 (the code used for filberts) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($648M, 25% of world imports), Italy ($547M) and France ($237M). World imports came to about $2.6B, 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 Filberts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080222 for Filberts 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 filberts in Brazil?
In Brazil, filberts (HS 080222) is classified under NCM 0802.22.00.