Product classification
HS code for Prepared nuts: 2008.19
Nuts and other seeds, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit (excluding ground-nuts except in mixtures).
Classification of prepared nuts under HS 2008.19
The classification of prepared nuts under HS code 200819 is governed by the rules of Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Heading 2008 is specifically designed for products that have been prepared or preserved by methods not specified in other chapters. For nuts, this typically means processes like roasting, salting, or adding sweeteners like sugar or honey. Subheading 200819 is a residual category for "other" nuts and seeds, excluding ground-nuts (peanuts), which have their own specific subheading (200811). The classification applies regardless of whether the nuts are whole, pieces, or crushed, provided they have been prepared. For example, a raw almond is classified in Chapter 08, but once that almond is roasted or dry-salted, it moves to 200819. This code also covers mixtures of different types of nuts, provided they do not contain ground-nuts as the primary component (which might shift the classification). Understanding this distinction is critical for compliance with trade agreements and for calculating excise taxes or duties that may apply to processed snack foods but not to raw agricultural commodities. The inclusion of nuts in syrup or those that have been otherwise preserved with added spirit also falls under this heading, provided they are not better described elsewhere. This broad application makes 200819 one of the most frequently used codes for the international trade of snack and confectionery nut products.
- Covers
- Roasted almonds and cashews
- Salted pistachios or macadamias
- Honey-roasted walnuts or pecans
- Mixed nuts (excluding those with a peanut majority)
- Nuts preserved in syrup or sugar
- Also under 2008.19
- Blue Diamond Almonds
- Wonderful Pistachios
- Emerald Nuts
- Sahale Snacks
- Kirkland Signature Mixed Nuts
Codes often confused with 2008.19
Common mistake. Prepared nuts are often misclassified under Chapter 08 (e.g., 0801 or 0802), which is for raw or dried nuts only. Another common error is using 200811, which is strictly for ground-nuts (peanuts). If a mixture contains peanuts, the classification depends on the weight ratio and specific mixture rules.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200819 (the code used for prepared nuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200819 (the code used for prepared nuts) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 200819, not only prepared nuts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$1.2B 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Türkiye $1.1B 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $767M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $8.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $945M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $758M 10% of world imports
- 3 China $755M 10% of world imports
World total: $7.5B 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 prepared nuts
Brazil classifies prepared nuts under NCM 2008.19.00: HS 2008.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about prepared nuts
What is the HS code for Prepared nuts?
The HS code for Prepared nuts is 200819 (Nuts and other seeds; whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit (excluding ground-nuts except in mixtures)). The HS code for prepared or preserved nuts (other than peanuts) is 200819.
How do I classify Prepared nuts for customs?
Prepared nuts is classified under HS code 200819 — Nuts and other seeds; whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit (excluding ground-nuts except in mixtures). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are roasted peanuts included in 200819?
No, roasted peanuts are classified under HS code 200811. Code 200819 is for other types of nuts like almonds, cashews, and walnuts.
Which countries are the top exporters of prepared nuts (HS 200819)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200819 (the code used for prepared nuts) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $1.2B, 15% of world exports), Türkiye ($1.1B) and the United States ($767M). World exports came to about $8.0B, 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 prepared nuts (HS 200819)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200819 (the code used for prepared nuts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($945M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($758M) and China ($755M). World imports came to about $7.5B, 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.
Is the HS code for Prepared nuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200819 for Prepared nuts 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 prepared nuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, prepared nuts (HS 200819) is classified under NCM 2008.19.00.