Product classification
HS code for Shelled brazil nuts: 0801.22
Nuts, edible, brazil nuts, fresh or dried, shelled.
Classification of shelled brazil nuts under HS 0801.22
Shelled Brazil nuts are classified under HS code 0801.22. Chapter 08 of the Harmonized System covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as peel of citrus fruit or melons. Heading 0801 specifically addresses coconuts, Brazil nuts, and cashew nuts, whether fresh or dried, and whether or not they have been shelled or peeled. Within this heading, the code is further subdivided by the specific nut type and its state. Subheading 0801.21 is reserved for Brazil nuts in-shell, while 0801.22 is the specific designation for those that have had their hard, woody outer shell removed. This classification applies to nuts that are raw or have been dried for preservation. It is important to note that the nuts must not be roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared beyond simple drying or shelling to remain in this chapter. The classification is straightforward, focusing on the botanical identity (Bertholletia excelsa) and the physical state of the product as a raw agricultural commodity. The removal of the shell is considered a minimal process that does not change the nut's classification as a primary product of Chapter 08.
- Covers
- Raw shelled Brazil nuts
- Dried shelled Brazil nut kernels
- Blanched Brazil nuts (without skin)
- Broken shelled Brazil nut pieces
- Whole shelled Brazil nut kernels
- Also under 0801.22
- Kirkland Signature Brazil Nuts
- NOW Foods Brazil Nuts
- Trader Joe's Brazil Nuts
- Whole Foods Market Brazil Nuts
- Planters Brazil Nuts
Codes often confused with 0801.22
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification for shelled Brazil nuts is HS code 0801.21, which is strictly for Brazil nuts that remain in their shells. Another common error involves roasted or salted Brazil nuts, which must be classified under 2008.19. Chapter 20 covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, or nuts, and any thermal processing like roasting or the addition of flavorings moves the product out of Chapter 08. Additionally, if the Brazil nuts are ground into a flour or meal, they might be confused with 1106.30, though nut flours are generally kept in Chapter 08 or 20 depending on the degree of processing. It is also vital not to confuse them with other tropical nuts like Macadamias (0802.62).
Top exporters and importers of HS 080122 (the code used for shelled brazil nuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080122 (the code used for shelled brazil nuts) in UN Comtrade data was Bolivia, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 080122, not only shelled brazil nuts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Bolivia $192M 54% of world exports
- 2 Peru* ~$48M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Netherlands $31M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $357M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $66M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $50M 14% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $42M 12% of world imports
World total: $363M 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 shelled brazil nuts
Brazil classifies shelled brazil nuts under NCM 0801.22.00: HS 0801.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about shelled brazil nuts
What is the HS code for Shelled brazil nuts?
The HS code for Shelled brazil nuts is 080122 (Nuts, edible; brazil nuts, fresh or dried, shelled). The HS code for shelled Brazil nuts is 0801.22, covering fresh or dried kernels.
How do I classify Shelled brazil nuts for customs?
Shelled brazil nuts is classified under HS code 080122 — Nuts, edible; brazil nuts, fresh or dried, shelled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are roasted Brazil nuts classified under this code?
No, roasted Brazil nuts are classified under HS code 2008.19, as roasting is considered a preparation process that moves the product to Chapter 20.
Which countries are the top exporters of shelled brazil nuts (HS 080122)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080122 (the code used for shelled brazil nuts) in UN Comtrade data were Bolivia ($192M, 54% of world exports), Peru (about $48M) and the Netherlands ($31M). World exports came to about $357M, 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 shelled brazil nuts (HS 080122)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080122 (the code used for shelled brazil nuts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($66M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($50M) and the United Kingdom ($42M). World imports came to about $363M, 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 Shelled brazil nuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080122 for Shelled brazil 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 shelled brazil nuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, shelled brazil nuts (HS 080122) is classified under NCM 0801.22.00.