Product classification
HS code for Shelled walnuts: 0802.32
Nuts, edible, walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled.
Classification of shelled walnuts under HS 0802.32
Shelled walnuts are classified under HS code 0802.32. This classification follows the hierarchical structure of the Harmonized System where Chapter 8 encompasses edible fruits and nuts. Heading 0802 is designated for "Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled." Within this heading, the 0802.30 series is dedicated to walnuts (Juglans spp.). The distinction between subheadings is based on the physical state of the nut: 0802.31 for walnuts in-shell and 0802.32 for those that have been shelled. This code applies to walnut kernels that are fresh or have been dried to reduce moisture content for shelf stability. The classification remains 0802.32 regardless of whether the kernels are whole, halved, or broken into smaller pieces, provided they have not been further processed. The systematic approach of the HS nomenclature ensures that raw agricultural commodities are separated from processed food preparations to facilitate appropriate tariff application and monitoring of food safety standards.
- Covers
- Whole walnut kernels
- Walnut halves (shelled)
- Broken walnut pieces and kernels
- Dried walnut kernels without shells
- Fresh walnut kernels without shells
- Also under 0802.32
- Diamond of California Walnuts
- Kirkland Signature Shelled Walnuts
- California Walnuts (shelled)
- Chilean Shelled Walnuts
Codes often confused with 0802.32
Common mistake. A common error is using HS code 0802.31, which is only for walnuts that remain in their hard outer shell. Another significant misclassification involves HS code 2008.19. If the walnut kernels have been roasted, candied, or seasoned with salt or other flavorings, they are no longer classified in Chapter 8 and must be declared under 2008.19. Furthermore, if the walnuts are imported as a paste or butter, they would fall under 2008.19 as well. It is also important to distinguish these from "butternuts" or other nut varieties which have their own specific subheadings under 0802.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080232 (the code used for shelled walnuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080232 (the code used for shelled walnuts) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 080232, not only shelled walnuts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $993M 30% of world exports
- 2 China $752M 23% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $422M 13% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $495M 18% of world imports
- 2 Spain $204M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Japan $128M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $2.8B 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 shelled walnuts
Brazil classifies shelled walnuts under NCM 0802.32.00: HS 0802.32 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about shelled walnuts
What is the HS code for Shelled walnuts?
The HS code for Shelled walnuts is 080232 (Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled). The HS code for shelled walnuts, whether fresh or dried, is 0802.32.
How do I classify Shelled walnuts for customs?
Shelled walnuts is classified under HS code 080232 — Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are walnut pieces classified differently than whole kernels?
No, both whole kernels and broken walnut pieces are classified under HS code 0802.32 as long as they are shelled and not further prepared.
Which countries are the top exporters of shelled walnuts (HS 080232)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080232 (the code used for shelled walnuts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($993M, 30% of world exports), China ($752M) and Mexico ($422M). 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 shelled walnuts (HS 080232)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080232 (the code used for shelled walnuts) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($495M, 18% of world imports), Spain ($204M) and Japan ($128M). World imports came to about $2.8B, 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 walnuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080232 for Shelled walnuts 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 walnuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, shelled walnuts (HS 080232) is classified under NCM 0802.32.00.