Fresh In-Shell Macadamia Nuts
Fresh macadamia nuts harvested with their hard outer shells intact, typically from Australian or Hawaiian orchards. These nuts are sold in bulk for cracking at destination and classified under HTS 0802.61.00.00 as in-shell macadamia nuts, whether fresh or dried.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | ā | Free |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | ā | Free |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | ā | Free |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | ā | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shelled or peeled before export
Macadamia nuts without shells fall under the 'shelled' subheading 0802.62.
If roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared
Prepared or preserved nuts move to Chapter 20 for processed fruit/nuts.
If mixed with other nuts like almonds or walnuts
Mixtures of nuts are classified under the 'other nuts' provision in 0802.90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify nuts remain in natural shells without peeling; peeled nuts shift to 0802.62
ā¢ Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming pest-free status for USDA clearance
ā¢ Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as shelled, which changes classification and may trigger audits
Related Products under HTS 0802.61.00.00
Dried Australian In-Shell Macadamia Nuts
Premium Australian macadamia nuts dried naturally while still in their shells to extend shelf life during transport. Classified under HTS 0802.61.00.00 as in-shell macadamia nuts, fresh or dried, for wholesale nut cracking operations.
Hawaiian Kona In-Shell Macadamia Nuts
High-value Kona variety macadamia nuts from Hawaii, shipped in-shell fresh or dried for gourmet markets. HTS 0802.61.00.00 covers these unshelled nuts explicitly as 'in shell' macadamias.
Bulk South African In-Shell Macadamia Nuts
Large-volume shipments of South African macadamia nuts in natural shells, dried for export stability. Falls under HTS 0802.61.00.00 for in-shell macadamia nuts in commercial trade.
Organic Certified In-Shell Macadamia Nuts
USDA NOP certified organic macadamia nuts shipped in-shell, fresh or dried, from approved organic farms. HTS 0802.61.00.00 applies to in-shell macadamias per statistical notes on organic standards.