Product classification
HS code for Fresh coconuts: 0801.19
Nuts, edible, coconuts, fresh or dried, other than desiccated or in the inner shell (endocarp).
Classification of fresh coconuts under HS 0801.19
Fresh coconuts are classified under the Harmonized System (HS) within Chapter 08, which covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as the peel of citrus fruit or melons. Specifically, heading 0801 is dedicated to coconuts, Brazil nuts, and cashew nuts, whether fresh or dried, and whether or not shelled or peeled. The classification 0801.19 is a residual category for coconuts that do not meet the specific criteria of other subheadings. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified based on their state at the time of customs entry. For coconuts, the system distinguishes between those that are desiccated (dried and shredded), those in the inner shell (endocarp), and 'others.' Subheading 0801.19 covers fresh coconuts that may still have their outer husk (exocarp) or have had the husk removed but do not fit the 'inner shell' definition of 0801.12. This includes young green coconuts often imported for their water content and mature coconuts where the fibrous husk is still partially or fully present. The distinction is critical because different subheadings may carry varying tariff rates or phytosanitary requirements depending on the country of import.
- Covers
- Young green coconuts (with or without husk)
- Mature coconuts with partial husk
- Fresh coconut meat not further processed
- Whole coconuts not in the inner shell (endocarp)
- Also under 0801.19
- Trader Joe's Dried Coconut Chips
- Goya Fresh Coconut Meat
- Freshly grated coconut (sold in markets)
- Organic Dried Coconut Flakes (not desiccated)
- Native Forest Organic Coconut Chips
Codes often confused with 0801.19
Common mistake. Fresh coconuts are frequently confused with HS code 0801.11, which is strictly for desiccated coconuts (dried and often sweetened or shredded). Another common error is using 0801.12, which is specifically for coconuts in the inner shell (endocarp). If the coconut has any part of the outer husk remaining, or if it is a young coconut with the green or white husk intact, it must be classified under 0801.19 rather than 0801.12.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080119 (the code used for fresh coconuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080119 (the code used for fresh coconuts) in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 29% 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 080119, not only fresh coconuts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $284M 42% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $209M 31% of world exports
- 3 India $63M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $682M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $168M 29% of world imports
- 2 Malaysia $111M 19% of world imports
- 3 United States $76M 13% of world imports
World total: $579M 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 fresh coconuts
Brazil classifies fresh coconuts under NCM 0801.19.00: HS 0801.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh coconuts
What is the HS code for Fresh coconuts?
The HS code for Fresh coconuts is 080119 (Nuts, edible; coconuts, fresh or dried, other than desiccated or in the inner shell (endocarp)). The HS code for fresh coconuts, other than those desiccated or in the inner shell, is 0801.19.
How do I classify Fresh coconuts for customs?
Fresh coconuts is classified under HS code 080119 — Nuts, edible; coconuts, fresh or dried, other than desiccated or in the inner shell (endocarp). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include coconut water?
No, if the coconut water is extracted and packaged separately, it is typically classified under heading 2202 as a beverage. This code only applies to the whole or sliced fruit.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh coconuts (HS 080119)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080119 (the code used for fresh coconuts) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($284M, 42% of world exports), Thailand ($209M) and India ($63M). World exports came to about $682M, 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 fresh coconuts (HS 080119)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080119 (the code used for fresh coconuts) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($168M, 29% of world imports), Malaysia ($111M) and the United States ($76M). World imports came to about $579M, 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 Fresh coconuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080119 for Fresh coconuts 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 fresh coconuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh coconuts (HS 080119) is classified under NCM 0801.19.00.