Cola Nitida In-Shell Nuts
Fresh or dried kola nuts of the Cola nitida variety, shipped in their natural shell without further processing. They retain the character of nuts of heading 08.02 and are classified as in-shell kola nuts under tariff item 0802.70.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the nuts are free from soil, pests, and plant debris to meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements
• Declare the correct HS code 0802.70.00 and provide a phytosanitary certificate if required
• Verify whether the nuts are fresh or dried, as this may affect inspection procedures
Related Products under Tariff item 0802.70.00
Bulk Shelled Kola Nuts for Traditional Ceremonial Use
Bulk shelled kola nuts are dried, husk-removed seeds packaged in large quantities for cultural and ceremonial chewing in West African traditions. They are classified under tariff item 0802.70.00 as shelled kola nuts, as the shelling process does not remove them from the heading.
Dried In-Shell Kola Nuts
Kola nuts dried naturally after harvest and retained in their original in-shell form for extended storage and transport. They are classified as dried in-shell kola nuts under tariff item 0802.70.00, as the drying process does not alter their essential character.
Dried Shelled Kola Nuts for Extract Production
Dried shelled kola nuts are processed by removing the hard outer shell and drying the seeds, imported specifically for caffeine extract manufacturing. They are classified under tariff item 0802.70.00 as shelled kola nuts, as they retain their natural shape and are not further processed.
Fresh In-Shell Kola Nuts
Fresh kola nuts from the Cola nitida tree, harvested and sold while still enclosed in their natural fibrous husks. They are classified as fresh in-shell kola nuts under tariff item 0802.70.00, as they are unprocessed and intended for direct consumption or further use.
Ghanaian In-Shell Kola Nuts
High-caffeine kola nuts from Ghana, retained in-shell for preservation during export. They are classified under tariff item 0802.70.00 as in-shell kola nuts, with origin not affecting the tariff classification.
Large Grade In-Shell Kola Nuts
Premium large-sized kola nuts (Cola spp.) selected for size and quality, shipped in-shell for traditional markets. They are classified under tariff item 0802.70.00 as in-shell kola nuts, with size not affecting the tariff classification.