Product classification
HS code for Raw shelled peanuts: 1202.42
Ground-nuts, other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,.
Classification of raw shelled peanuts under HS 1202.42
Raw shelled peanuts are classified under HS code 1202.42. This classification is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI), specifically focusing on the state of the product. Chapter 12 encompasses oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds, and fruit. Within this chapter, heading 1202 is dedicated to ground-nuts (peanuts), whether or not shelled or broken, provided they are not roasted or otherwise cooked. The subheading 1202.42 specifically identifies peanuts that have been removed from their outer shell but remain in their raw state. This includes peanuts that have undergone basic mechanical processing such as cleaning, grading, or sorting. It is important to note that the presence of the thin reddish skin (testa) does not disqualify the product from this code, nor does the removal of this skin (blanching), as long as no heat treatment or cooking process has been applied that would alter the chemical structure of the nut. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the peanuts are intended for direct human consumption, oil extraction, or further industrial processing, provided they are not for use as seed.
- Covers
- Shelled raw peanuts
- Blanched raw peanuts (not cooked)
- Split shelled peanuts
- Raw ground-nuts without husks
- Graded raw peanut kernels
- Also under 1202.42
- Jif Peanut Butter (uses shelled peanuts)
- Skippy Peanut Butter
- Peter Pan Peanut Butter
- various bulk suppliers to confectionery and snack industries
Codes often confused with 1202.42
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 1202.41, which is reserved for peanuts that are still in their shell (inshell). Another common error is using HS code 2008.11, which covers peanuts that have been roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared or preserved. If the peanuts have undergone any form of heat treatment beyond simple drying, they must be moved to Chapter 20. Additionally, peanuts intended for sowing are classified under 1202.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120242 (the code used for raw shelled peanuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120242 (the code used for raw shelled peanuts) in UN Comtrade data was Argentina, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 15% 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 120242, not only raw shelled peanuts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Argentina $906M 28% of world exports
- 2 India $724M 22% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $367M 11% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $561M 15% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $322M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $249M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $3.6B 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 raw shelled peanuts
Brazil classifies raw shelled peanuts under NCM 1202.42.00: HS 1202.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about raw shelled peanuts
What is the HS code for Raw shelled peanuts?
The HS code for Raw shelled peanuts is 120242 (Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,). The HS code for raw shelled peanuts, not for seed and not roasted or cooked, is 1202.42.
How do I classify Raw shelled peanuts for customs?
Raw shelled peanuts is classified under HS code 120242 — Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are blanched peanuts classified under this code?
Yes, blanched peanuts are classified under 1202.42 as long as the blanching process (removing the skin) did not involve roasting or cooking the nut.
Which countries are the top exporters of raw shelled peanuts (HS 120242)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120242 (the code used for raw shelled peanuts) in UN Comtrade data were Argentina ($906M, 28% of world exports), India ($724M) and Brazil ($367M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 shelled peanuts (HS 120242)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120242 (the code used for raw shelled peanuts) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($561M, 15% of world imports), Indonesia ($322M) and Mexico ($249M). World imports came to about $3.6B, 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 Raw shelled peanuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120242 for Raw shelled 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 raw shelled peanuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, raw shelled peanuts (HS 120242) is classified under NCM 1202.42.00.