Shelled Brazil Nuts
Shelled Brazil nuts are the edible kernels of Bertholletia excelsa nuts with the hard outer shells removed, fresh or dried. They fall under HTS 0801.22.00.00 as shelled Brazil nuts, distinct from unshelled nuts in 0801.21.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| đ¨đłChina | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| đ˛đ˝Mexico | Free | â | Free |
| đ¨đŚCanada | Free | â | Free |
| đŠđŞGermany | Free | â | Free |
| đŻđľJapan | Free | â | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold unshelled with outer husk intact
Unshelled Brazil nuts remain in 0801.21, as shelling process moves them to the shelled subheading.
If roasted, salted, or otherwise processed beyond drying
Roasted or flavored Brazil nuts become prepared nuts under Chapter 20, not fresh/dried.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur solutions for transport
Per Chapter Note, preservative treatments shift to heading 0812, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
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Import Tips & Compliance
⢠Verify supplier certificates confirming Brazil nuts are shelled and free from contaminants like aflatoxins, as required by FDA import standards
⢠Declare net weight of kernels only; include documentation distinguishing from unshelled nuts to avoid misclassification
Related Products under HTS 0801.22.00.00
Dried Shelled Brazil Nuts Retail Bags
Retail-ready bags of dried, shelled Brazil nuts for direct consumer sale, with shells removed post-harvest. HTS 0801.22.00.00 covers these as shelled Brazil nuts, whether fresh or dried, prior to any cooking.
Organic Shelled Brazil Nuts
Certified organic shelled Brazil nuts, dried without synthetic pesticides, kernels only. Falls under HTS 0801.22.00.00 for shelled Brazil nuts; organic status per General Statistical Note 6 but doesn't change base classification.
Raw Shelled Brazil Nuts Bulk Pack
Bulk packs of raw, shelled Brazil nuts, dried for export, used in confectionery and baking. Classified under HTS 0801.22.00.00 specifically for shelled Brazil nuts, fresh or dried, without further processing.
Premium Large Shelled Brazil Nuts
Large-sized, shelled Brazil nuts selected for premium markets, fresh or dried. HTS 0801.22.00.00 applies uniformly to all shelled Brazil nuts regardless of size, as no size-based statistical breaks exist.