Product classification
HS code for Unroasted shelled peanuts: 1202.42
Ground-nuts, other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,.
Classification of unroasted shelled peanuts under HS 1202.42
Unroasted shelled peanuts are classified under HS code 1202.42 according to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI). This classification is determined by the product's state as an oil seed that has undergone the process of shelling but has not been subjected to any heat treatment such as roasting or cooking. Under the Harmonized System, Chapter 12 covers oil seeds and oleaginous fruits. Heading 1202 is specifically reserved for ground-nuts (peanuts), whether or not shelled or broken. The subheading 1202.42 distinguishes these from peanuts imported in the shell (1202.41) and those intended for sowing as seed (1202.30). To qualify for this code, the peanuts must be in their raw state; however, the removal of the thin reddish skin (blanching) is generally permitted provided no heat-cooking occurs during the process. The classification remains 1202.42 regardless of whether the peanuts are whole, split, or broken, as long as they remain raw and unshelled.
- Covers
- Raw shelled peanuts (kernels)
- Blanched raw peanuts (not cooked)
- Split raw peanut kernels
- Broken raw peanut pieces
- Shelled ground-nuts for oil extraction
- 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 2008.11, which covers peanuts that have been roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared or preserved. If the peanuts have undergone any thermal processing beyond simple drying, they must be moved to Chapter 20. Another common error involves HS code 1202.30, which is strictly for ground-nuts used as seed for sowing; these usually require phytosanitary certification and specific packaging to prove their intended use. Additionally, peanuts still in their hard outer shell are classified under 1202.41, not 1202.42.
Top exporters and importers of HS 120242 (the code used for unroasted shelled peanuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 120242 (the code used for unroasted 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 unroasted 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 unroasted shelled peanuts
Brazil classifies unroasted 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 unroasted shelled peanuts
What is the HS code for Unroasted shelled peanuts?
The HS code for Unroasted shelled peanuts is 120242 (Ground-nuts; other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,). The HS code for unroasted shelled peanuts is 1202.42.
How do I classify Unroasted shelled peanuts for customs?
Unroasted 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.
Does this code include blanched peanuts?
Yes, raw blanched peanuts are typically classified under 1202.42 as long as the blanching process did not involve roasting or cooking the nut.
Which countries are the top exporters of unroasted shelled peanuts (HS 120242)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 120242 (the code used for unroasted 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 unroasted shelled peanuts (HS 120242)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 120242 (the code used for unroasted 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 Unroasted shelled peanuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 120242 for Unroasted 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 unroasted shelled peanuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, unroasted shelled peanuts (HS 120242) is classified under NCM 1202.42.00.