Areca nuts
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Products classified under Tariff item 0802.80.00
Bulk Export In-Shell Areca Nuts
Bulk export shipments of in-shell areca nuts, fresh or dried, intended for industrial shelling and further processing. These nuts retain their natural protective shell and are not prepared for retail sale, falling squarely under tariff item 0802.80.00 for areca nuts.
Dried In-Shell Areca Nuts
Areca nuts dried naturally or by sun-drying while still in their protective shells, commonly used for paan preparation. The drying process preserves the nuts without altering their character, and the in-shell form keeps them within the scope of tariff item 0802.80.00.
Dried Shelled Betel Nuts Bulk Pack
Bulk-packed dried shelled betel nuts sourced from India or Sri Lanka, ideal for paan preparation or export to ethnic markets. The shelling process exposes the white kernel, which is then sun-dried for preservation. These shelled nuts are classified under tariff item 0802.80.00, which covers areca nuts whether or not shelled.
Fresh In-Shell Areca Nuts
Fresh areca nuts harvested with their natural hard shells intact, used for chewing with betel leaves in South Asian cultures. As fresh in-shell nuts, they are directly covered by tariff item 0802.80.00, which applies to both fresh and dried areca nuts.
Large Kernel Shelled Betel Nuts
Select large-kernel shelled betel nuts from mature palms, dried to preserve size and texture for premium markets. Shelled carefully to maintain whole kernels, these are classified under tariff item 0802.80.00 as shelled areca nuts.
Mechanically Shelled Dried Areca Nuts
Areca nuts shelled using modern machinery for efficiency, then dried in controlled environments. The shelling method does not affect classification, and these dried shelled areca nuts fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.
Medium-Size In-Shell Areca Nuts
Medium-sized areca nuts (typically 2-4 cm diameter) in their natural shell, balanced for chewing texture. The size does not affect classification, and these in-shell nuts, fresh or dried, fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.
Organic In-Shell Areca Nuts
Certified organic areca nuts grown without synthetic pesticides, shipped in-shell to maintain integrity. The organic status does not affect the tariff classification, and these fresh or dried in-shell nuts fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.
Organic Shelled Areca Nuts Certified
Certified organic shelled areca nuts grown without synthetic pesticides, dried naturally and shelled by hand. The organic status does not affect classification, and these shelled areca nuts fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.
Premium Shelled Areca Nuts 500g Retail
High-quality shelled areca nuts packaged in 500g retail bags for supermarket sales, dried to a low moisture content. These are premium grade with uniform size and color, shelled mechanically post-harvest. The retail packaging does not affect classification, and these shelled areca nuts fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.
Premium Sri Lankan In-Shell Areca Nuts
High-quality areca nuts from Sri Lanka, selected for uniform size and freshness, exported in-shell. The origin does not affect classification, and these fresh or dried in-shell nuts are covered by tariff item 0802.80.00.
Shelled Areca Nuts for Betel Quid
Dried shelled areca nuts, also known as betel nuts, used primarily in the preparation of betel quid for chewing in South Asian cultures. These nuts are harvested, dried, and shelled to remove the outer husk, leaving the kernel. They fall under tariff item 0802.80.00 as shelled areca nuts.
Sun-Dried Indian In-Shell Areca Nuts
Areca nuts from India dried under the sun while in-shell, prized for natural flavor retention. Sun-drying is a natural preservation method, and these in-shell dried nuts fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.
Sun-Dried Shelled Betel Nuts Export Grade
Export-grade sun-dried shelled betel nuts from Southeast Asia, processed for long-shelf life and vibrant color. Shelled to expose the kernel, then sun-dried to below 10% moisture. These shelled areca nuts fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.
White Shelled Areca Nuts for Paan Masala
White variety shelled areca nuts specially prepared for paan masala blends, dried and polished post-shelling. The white kernel is prized for mild flavor in chewing mixtures. These shelled areca nuts fall under tariff item 0802.80.00.