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.
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 declared as fresh or dried in-shell areca nuts, not processed or prepared
• Keep shipping documents and origin certificates ready for CBSA inspection
• Verify whether any phytosanitary requirements apply to your country of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 0802.80.00
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.