Product classification
HS code for Raw peanuts in shell: 1202.41
Ground-nuts, other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell.
Classification of raw peanuts in shell under HS 1202.41
Raw peanuts in shell are classified under HS code 1202.41. This classification is found within Chapter 12, which encompasses oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds, and fruit. Heading 1202 is specifically designated for ground-nuts (peanuts), whether or not shelled or broken. The subheading 1202.41 is reserved for peanuts that remain in their natural outer shell and have not been roasted or otherwise cooked. This code specifically excludes peanuts intended for sowing (seed), which are classified under 1202.30. The primary factor for this classification is the lack of thermal processing. If the peanuts were subjected to roasting, they would be classified in Chapter 20 as prepared foods. The in-shell status is a critical physical characteristic that distinguishes this code from its shelled counterpart. This classification is used by trade officials to apply appropriate agricultural tariffs and to enforce phytosanitary standards that differ between raw and processed legumes.
- Covers
- Raw ground-nuts in shell
- Dried peanuts in shell (not cooked)
- Freshly harvested peanuts in shell
- Sun-dried raw peanuts in shell
- Unprocessed peanuts for oil extraction (in shell)
- Also under 1202.41
- Planters In-Shell Peanuts
- Hampton Farms In-Shell Peanuts
- Fisher In-Shell Peanuts
- various bulk commodity traders
Codes often confused with 1202.41
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 1202.42, which is for raw peanuts that have been shelled. Additionally, importers often confuse this with HS code 2008.11, which covers roasted peanuts. Any form of heat treatment beyond basic drying for preservation moves the product from Chapter 12 to Chapter 20. Finally, peanuts for sowing must be classified under 1202.30, regardless of being in the shell.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120241 (the code used for raw peanuts in shell), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120241 (the code used for raw peanuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 14% 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 120241, not only raw peanuts in shell.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $129M 39% of world exports
- 2 Egypt $88M 27% of world exports
- 3 China $34M 10% of world exports
World total: $328M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $40M 14% of world imports
- 2 China $34M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $33M 11% of world imports
World total: $294M 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 raw peanuts in shell
Brazil classifies raw peanuts in shell under NCM 1202.41.00: HS 1202.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about raw peanuts in shell
What is the HS code for Raw peanuts in shell?
The HS code for Raw peanuts in shell is 120241 (Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell). The HS code for raw peanuts (ground-nuts) in shell, other than those intended for seed, is 1202.41.
How do I classify Raw peanuts in shell for customs?
Raw peanuts in shell is classified under HS code 120241 — Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are blanched peanuts classified here?
No, blanched peanuts have had their skins removed and are usually shelled, which would place them under 1202.42 if raw, or 2008.11 if the blanching involved heat treatment.
Which countries are the top exporters of raw peanuts in shell (HS 120241)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120241 (the code used for raw peanuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($129M, 39% of world exports), Egypt ($88M) and China ($34M). World exports came to about $328M, 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 raw peanuts in shell (HS 120241)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120241 (the code used for raw peanuts in shell) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($40M, 14% of world imports), China ($34M) and Germany ($33M). World imports came to about $294M, 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 Raw peanuts in shell the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120241 for Raw peanuts in shell 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 raw peanuts in shell in Brazil?
In Brazil, raw peanuts in shell (HS 120241) is classified under NCM 1202.41.00.