Fresh In-Shell Kola Nuts
Fresh kola nuts from the Cola nitida tree, harvested and sold while still enclosed in their natural fibrous husks. Classified under HTS 0802.70.1000 as in-shell kola nuts, fresh or dried, which matches their unprocessed state directly from the tree.
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
Once the husk is removed, kola nuts shift to the shelled/peeled subheading within the same kola nuts category.
If processed for medicinal or stimulant extraction
Plants used primarily in pharmacy or for stimulant preparation fall under Chapter 12 for plant materials.
If preserved with sulfur dioxide or brine for transport
Chapter note to 0812 covers provisional preservation treatments making them unsuitable for immediate consumption.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify botanical identity as Cola spp. via certificates of origin to confirm kola nut classification
ā¢ Inspect for freshness; dried nuts remain classified here but spoiled ones may require phytosanitary rejection
ā¢ Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as shelled; in-shell means intact husk covering the nut
Related Products under HTS 0802.70.10.00
Dried In-Shell Kola Nuts
Kola nuts dried naturally after harvest but retained in their original in-shell form for extended storage and transport. HTS 0802.70.1000 covers both fresh and dried kola nuts in shell, distinguishing them from processed or shelled varieties.
Nigerian Origin In-Shell Kola Nuts
Kola nuts sourced from Nigeria's Cola nitida plantations, exported in-shell for global stimulant markets. Precisely matches HTS 0802.70.1000 as in-shell kola nuts (Cola spp.), fresh or dried.
Cola Nitida In-Shell Nuts
Cola nitida variety kola nuts, known for larger size and higher caffeine, shipped in natural shell. Fits HTS 0802.70.1000 as specified Cola spp. in-shell nuts, fresh or dried without further processing.
Organic In-Shell Kola Nuts
Certified organic kola nuts harvested from pesticide-free Cola acuminata or nitida trees, kept in-shell to maintain freshness. Falls under HTS 0802.70.1000 as fresh/dried in-shell kola nuts; organic status per General Statistical Note 6 does not change heading.
Large Grade In-Shell Kola Nuts
Premium large-sized kola nuts (Cola spp.) selected for size and quality, shipped in-shell for traditional markets. HTS 0802.70.1000 specifically for in-shell kola nuts, with size not affecting classification but valued for caffeine content.
Ghanaian In-Shell Kola Nuts
High-caffeine kola nuts from Ghana, retained in-shell for preservation during export to Europe and US markets. HTS 0802.70.1000 classification based on species and in-shell state, not origin.