Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. It includes fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved fruit and nuts, as well as nuts and fruit products mainly for human consumption. However, it does not include oil seeds (Chapter 12), roasted coffee (Chapter 09) or prepared nuts (such as Chapter 20). Goods in this chapter are an important category of agricultural products in international trade. Heading 0801 covers fresh or dried coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, whether or not shelled or peeled. It includes fresh or dried coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, whether or not shelled or peeled. However, if cashew nuts undergo further processing (such as roasting, salting, etc.), they are classified under Chapter 20. Under this heading, they are further subdivided according to type and whether shelled. The first 2 digits 08: indicates Chapter 08, edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. Digits 3-4, 01: indicates heading 0801, fresh or dried coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, whether or not shelled or peeled. Digits 5-6, 32: indicates subheading 0801.32, shelled cashew nuts. Here 32 is the specific subheading number, corresponding to shelled cashew nuts. The complete code 080132 means shelled cashew nuts, referring to cashew nuts that have undergone shelling but no other processing. This product is shelled cashew nuts, belonging to one form of cashew nuts. Cashew nuts are classified under 0801 in the HS because they are nuts. Shelled cashew nuts are different from unshelled cashew nuts (080131), and also different from other nuts such as almonds (0802). In addition, if cashew nuts are roasted, seasoned or otherwise processed, they are classified under 2008. Therefore, cashew nuts that are only shelled but not further processed are classified under 080132.
Chapter
Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. It includes fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved fruit and nuts, as well as nuts and fruit products mainly for human consumption. However, it does not include oil seeds (Chapter 12), roasted coffee (Chapter 09) or prepared nuts (such as Chapter 20). Goods in this chapter are an important category of agricultural products in international trade.
Heading
Heading 0801 covers fresh or dried coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, whether or not shelled or peeled. It includes fresh or dried coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, whether or not shelled or peeled. However, if cashew nuts undergo further processing (such as roasting, salting, etc.), they are classified under Chapter 20. Under this heading, they are further subdivided according to type and whether shelled.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 08: indicates Chapter 08, edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. Digits 3-4, 01: indicates heading 0801, fresh or dried coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, whether or not shelled or peeled. Digits 5-6, 32: indicates subheading 0801.32, shelled cashew nuts. Here 32 is the specific subheading number, corresponding to shelled cashew nuts. The complete code 080132 means shelled cashew nuts, referring to cashew nuts that have undergone shelling but no other processing.
Classification Basis
This product is shelled cashew nuts, belonging to one form of cashew nuts. Cashew nuts are classified under 0801 in the HS because they are nuts. Shelled cashew nuts are different from unshelled cashew nuts (080131), and also different from other nuts such as almonds (0802). In addition, if cashew nuts are roasted, seasoned or otherwise processed, they are classified under 2008. Therefore, cashew nuts that are only shelled but not further processed are classified under 080132.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: Fill in the accurate name of the commodity, such as "shelled cashew nuts"; avoid using common names or vague names. Processing method: State whether shelled, whether peeled, whether roasted, etc., such as "shelled, not roasted". State: Fill in the state such as fresh, dried, frozen, etc., such as "dried" or "fresh". Whether shelled: Clearly state whether shelled, such as "shelled". Brand: Fill in the brand name; if there is no brand, write "none". Specification: Fill in kernel size, grade, etc., such as "W320". Origin: Fill in the country or region of origin, such as "Vietnam". Packaging specification: Fill in the packaging method and weight per package, such as "vacuum bag, 25 kg/bag". Product name: shelled cashew nuts; Processing method: shelled, not roasted; State: dried; Whether shelled: shelled; Brand: none; Specification: W320; Origin: Vietnam; Packaging specification: vacuum bag, 25 kg/bag. Failure to indicate whether shelled, leading to classification under 080131 (unshelled cashew nuts). Misreporting roasted cashew nuts as shelled cashew nuts, when they should actually be classified under 2008. Ignoring the state (fresh/dried), affecting regulatory conditions and tax rates.
Product name
Fill in the accurate name of the commodity, such as "shelled cashew nuts"; avoid using common names or vague names.
⚠️ Mistakenly writing it as "cashew kernels" or "cashew nuts" without indicating the shelled status.
Processing method
State whether shelled, whether peeled, whether roasted, etc., such as "shelled, not roasted".
⚠️ Failure to indicate whether roasted or seasoned, leading to incorrect classification.
State
Fill in the state such as fresh, dried, frozen, etc., such as "dried" or "fresh".
⚠️ Confusing fresh with dried, affecting tax rates and regulatory conditions.
Whether shelled
Clearly state whether shelled, such as "shelled".
⚠️ Omitting this element may result in classification as unshelled cashew nuts.
Brand
Fill in the brand name; if there is no brand, write "none".
⚠️ Confusing brand with trademark, or failing to fill it in, leading to inspection.
Specification
Fill in kernel size, grade, etc., such as "W320".
⚠️ Unclear specification description, affecting price and classification.
Origin
Fill in the country or region of origin, such as "Vietnam".
⚠️ Confusing origin with place of dispatch, affecting tariff preferences.
Packaging specification
Fill in the packaging method and weight per package, such as "vacuum bag, 25 kg/bag".
⚠️ Packaging description too simple, such as "bagged".
Failure to indicate whether shelled, leading to classification under 080131 (unshelled cashew nuts).
Misreporting roasted cashew nuts as shelled cashew nuts, when they should actually be classified under 2008.
Ignoring the state (fresh/dried), affecting regulatory conditions and tax rates.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the actual state and processing method of the commodity. Shelled cashew nuts are classified under 080132, provided they are only shelled and have not undergone other processing (such as roasting, seasoning). If cashew nuts are roasted, salted, etc., they are classified under 2008. In addition, it is necessary to confirm the distinction from unshelled cashew nuts (080131). At the same time, note the distinction from other nuts such as almonds (0802). 080131 Unshelled cashew nuts: Unshelled cashew nuts retain the shell and are classified under 080131; shelled cashew nuts have had the shell removed and are classified under 080132. 080132 Shelled cashew nuts: This code is for shelled cashew nuts, but note that if they have undergone processing such as roasting, they are classified under 2008. 200819 Other prepared or preserved nuts: Cashew nuts that have been roasted, seasoned or otherwise processed are classified under 2008, not 0801. 0802 Other nuts: 0802 covers other nuts such as almonds and hazelnuts, but does not include cashew nuts. Are they only shelled and not roasted or seasoned? Is the state clearly fresh or dried? Are they distinguished from unshelled cashew nuts? Are brand and specification information provided? Is the country of origin confirmed?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the actual state and processing method of the commodity. Shelled cashew nuts are classified under 080132, provided they are only shelled and have not undergone other processing (such as roasting, seasoning). If cashew nuts are roasted, salted, etc., they are classified under 2008. In addition, it is necessary to confirm the distinction from unshelled cashew nuts (080131). At the same time, note the distinction from other nuts such as almonds (0802).
Confused Codes：
080131 - Unshelled cashew nuts
Unshelled cashew nuts retain the shell and are classified under 080131; shelled cashew nuts have had the shell removed and are classified under 080132.
080132 - Shelled cashew nuts
This code is for shelled cashew nuts, but note that if they have undergone processing such as roasting, they are classified under 2008.
200819 - Other prepared or preserved nuts
Cashew nuts that have been roasted, seasoned or otherwise processed are classified under 2008, not 0801.
0802 - Other nuts
0802 covers other nuts such as almonds and hazelnuts, but does not include cashew nuts.
Self-Check：
✓ Are they only shelled and not roasted or seasoned?
✓ Is the state clearly fresh or dried?
✓ Are they distinguished from unshelled cashew nuts?
✓ Are brand and specification information provided?
✓ Is the country of origin confirmed?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between shelled cashew nuts and unshelled cashew nuts? Shelled cashew nuts are classified under 080132, and unshelled cashew nuts under 080131. The difference lies in whether the shell has been removed; shelled cashew nuts have been shelled, while unshelled cashew nuts retain the shell. When declaring, it is necessary to specify whether shelled. Which code should roasted cashew nuts be classified under? Roasted cashew nuts do not belong to 0801, because 0801 only covers fresh or dried cashew nuts that have not undergone processing such as roasting. Roasted cashew nuts should be classified under 2008, with the specific subheading determined according to the processing method. How can I check the import tax rate for shelled cashew nuts? Tax rates may change. It is recommended to check the latest tax rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs or China International Trade Single Window. Information such as HS code and country of origin is required, and attention should be paid to preferential tax rates under free trade agreements. What documents are required to declare shelled cashew nuts? Usually a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, etc. are required. The specifics depend on customs requirements and the trade mode. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs. What are the regulatory conditions for shelled cashew nuts? Importing shelled cashew nuts may involve animal and plant quarantine, and a phytosanitary certificate may be required. Some countries may require fumigation treatment. The specific regulatory conditions need to be checked in the regulatory conditions table issued by customs. If cashew nuts are soaked in salt water after shelling, which code should they be classified under? Salt water soaking may be regarded as processing. If it is only for short-term preservation, it may still be classified under 0801; if it has been seasoned or otherwise processed, it is classified under 2008. The judgment should be based on the degree of processing. How should cross-border e-commerce sales of shelled cashew nuts be declared? Cross-border e-commerce must declare in accordance with customs regulations and provide order, payment, logistics and other information. If using the bonded model, customs filing is required. The HS code is still 080132, but attention should be paid to the personal article limit. What is the role of the certificate of origin for shelled cashew nuts? The certificate of origin is used to determine tariff preferences. For example, if the goods come from free trade partners such as ASEAN or Chile, the agreement rate can be enjoyed with a certificate of origin. It is necessary to ensure that the certificate of origin is authentic and valid.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between shelled cashew nuts and unshelled cashew nuts?
A: Shelled cashew nuts are classified under 080132, and unshelled cashew nuts under 080131. The difference lies in whether the shell has been removed; shelled cashew nuts have been shelled, while unshelled cashew nuts retain the shell. When declaring, it is necessary to specify whether shelled.
Q: Which code should roasted cashew nuts be classified under?
A: Roasted cashew nuts do not belong to 0801, because 0801 only covers fresh or dried cashew nuts that have not undergone processing such as roasting. Roasted cashew nuts should be classified under 2008, with the specific subheading determined according to the processing method.
Q: How can I check the import tax rate for shelled cashew nuts?
A: Tax rates may change. It is recommended to check the latest tax rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs or China International Trade Single Window. Information such as HS code and country of origin is required, and attention should be paid to preferential tax rates under free trade agreements.
Q: What documents are required to declare shelled cashew nuts?
A: Usually a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, etc. are required. The specifics depend on customs requirements and the trade mode. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs.
Q: What are the regulatory conditions for shelled cashew nuts?
A: Importing shelled cashew nuts may involve animal and plant quarantine, and a phytosanitary certificate may be required. Some countries may require fumigation treatment. The specific regulatory conditions need to be checked in the regulatory conditions table issued by customs.
Q: If cashew nuts are soaked in salt water after shelling, which code should they be classified under?
A: Salt water soaking may be regarded as processing. If it is only for short-term preservation, it may still be classified under 0801; if it has been seasoned or otherwise processed, it is classified under 2008. The judgment should be based on the degree of processing.
Q: How should cross-border e-commerce sales of shelled cashew nuts be declared?
A: Cross-border e-commerce must declare in accordance with customs regulations and provide order, payment, logistics and other information. If using the bonded model, customs filing is required. The HS code is still 080132, but attention should be paid to the personal article limit.
Q: What is the role of the certificate of origin for shelled cashew nuts?
A: The certificate of origin is used to determine tariff preferences. For example, if the goods come from free trade partners such as ASEAN or Chile, the agreement rate can be enjoyed with a certificate of origin. It is necessary to ensure that the certificate of origin is authentic and valid.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.