Product classification
HS code for Hazelnuts: 0802.22
Nuts, edible, hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled.
Classification of hazelnuts under HS 0802.22
Hazelnuts, the fruit of the Corylus tree, are classified under HS code 0802.22 when they are presented in a shelled state. This classification is found in Chapter 08 of the Harmonized System, which covers edible fruit and nuts. Heading 0802 is a broad category for "Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled." The classification process follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the literal text of the headings. For hazelnuts, the system provides a specific breakdown: 0802.21 for those still in their woody shells and 0802.22 for those that have been shelled. This distinction is crucial for customs valuation and trade statistics. To remain under this code, the hazelnuts must be in a raw or dried state. They can be whole, sliced, chopped, or even blanched (where the thin skin is removed), provided no further processing like roasting or cooking has occurred. If the nuts have been roasted, salted, or preserved in syrup, they are no longer considered "fresh or dried" and must be classified under Chapter 20 (specifically 2008.19). Furthermore, if the hazelnuts are ground into a fine flour or meal, they might still fall here, but if they are processed into a paste or butter, they move to different headings. The 0802.22 code is specifically for the nut meat itself, intended for further culinary use or direct consumption in its natural state.
- Covers
- Shelled hazelnuts (filberts)
- Blanched hazelnuts
- Sliced or chopped raw hazelnuts
- Dried hazelnut kernels
- Whole shelled hazelnuts
- 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. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 0802.21, which is reserved strictly for hazelnuts in-shell. Additionally, importers often mistakenly use 2008.19 for raw nuts; however, 2008.19 is only for nuts that have been prepared or preserved (e.g., roasted or salted). If the hazelnuts are coated in chocolate, they must be classified under 1806.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080222 (the code used for hazelnuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080222 (the code used for hazelnuts) 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 hazelnuts.
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 hazelnuts
Brazil classifies hazelnuts 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 hazelnuts
What is the HS code for Hazelnuts?
The HS code for Hazelnuts is 080222 (Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled). The HS code for shelled hazelnuts is 0802.22, while in-shell hazelnuts are classified under 0802.21.
How do I classify Hazelnuts for customs?
Hazelnuts 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 hazelnut flour?
Yes, raw hazelnut flour or meal is generally classified under 0802.22, provided it has not been further prepared.
Which countries are the top exporters of hazelnuts (HS 080222)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080222 (the code used for hazelnuts) 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 hazelnuts (HS 080222)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080222 (the code used for hazelnuts) 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 Hazelnuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080222 for Hazelnuts 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 hazelnuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, hazelnuts (HS 080222) is classified under NCM 0802.22.00.