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 CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0801.21.00.00Same rate: 7.5%

If sold unshelled with outer husk intact

Unshelled Brazil nuts remain in 0801.21, as shelling process moves them to the shelled subheading.

2008.19.30Higher: 35% vs 7.5%

If roasted, salted, or otherwise processed beyond drying

Roasted or flavored Brazil nuts become prepared nuts under Chapter 20, not fresh/dried.

0812.90.90.00Higher: 35% vs 7.5%

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