Product classification
HS code for Prepared peanuts: 2008.11
Nuts, ground-nuts, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit.
Classification of prepared peanuts under HS 2008.11
Prepared peanuts are classified under HS code 2008.11, a category that encompasses nuts, ground-nuts, and other seeds that have been prepared or preserved by methods not elsewhere specified. The Harmonized System distinguishes between raw agricultural products and those that have undergone secondary processing. While raw or simply dried peanuts fall under heading 1202, any process such as roasting, salting, or the addition of sweeteners (sugar, honey) or spirits moves the product to Chapter 20. This classification is supported by Chapter Note 1 to Chapter 20, which excludes products prepared by the processes mentioned in Chapter 11 or 12. The subheading 2008.11 is specifically reserved for ground-nuts (peanuts), whether they are sold as whole kernels, halves, or crushed forms like peanut butter. The classification remains consistent regardless of the packaging, whether for retail sale or industrial use.
- Covers
- Roasted and salted peanuts
- Honey-roasted peanuts
- Peanut butter and peanut paste
- Blanched peanuts that have been heat-treated
- Peanuts preserved in syrup or alcohol
- Also under 2008.11
Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts, Skippy Peanut Butter, Jif Peanut Butter, Mr. Peanut, Fisher Roasted Peanuts
Codes often confused with 2008.11
Common mistake. The most common error is classifying prepared peanuts under 1202.42 (raw shelled peanuts). The distinction is the application of heat; roasting is a preparation that triggers the move to 2008.11. Another confusion occurs with chocolate-covered peanuts, which are classified under 1806 as cocoa preparations, or sugar-coated peanuts (confectionery), which fall under 1704.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200811 (the code used for prepared peanuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200811 (the code used for prepared peanuts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 8.6% 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 200811, not only prepared peanuts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $638M 26% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $391M 16% of world exports
- 3 United States $233M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $189M 8.6% of world imports
- 2 United States $185M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $158M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 prepared peanuts
Brazil classifies prepared peanuts under NCM 2008.11.00: HS 2008.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about prepared peanuts
What is the HS code for Prepared peanuts?
The HS code for Prepared peanuts is 200811 (Nuts; ground-nuts, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit). The HS code for prepared or preserved peanuts (ground-nuts) is 2008.11.
How do I classify Prepared peanuts for customs?
Prepared peanuts is classified under HS code 200811 — Nuts; ground-nuts, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is peanut butter classified under this code?
Yes, peanut butter is classified under HS code 2008.11 as a preparation of ground-nuts.
Which countries are the top exporters of prepared peanuts (HS 200811)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200811 (the code used for prepared peanuts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($638M, 26% of world exports), the Netherlands ($391M) and the United States ($233M). 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 prepared peanuts (HS 200811)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200811 (the code used for prepared peanuts) in UN Comtrade data were France ($189M, 8.6% of world imports), the United States ($185M) and Germany ($158M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 peanuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200811 for Prepared peanuts 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 peanuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, prepared peanuts (HS 200811) is classified under NCM 2008.11.00.