Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peels of citrus fruit or melons, mainly including fresh or dried fruit and nuts, as well as such products provisionally preserved or processed. The goods covered by this chapter are generally intended for direct consumption or food processing, excluding nuts for oil extraction (Chapter 12) or roasted coffee substitutes (Chapter 21). Heading 0802 covers other nuts, fresh or dried, including chestnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, pistachios, macadamia nuts, etc., whether in shell or shelled. Nuts under this heading may be fresh, dried, shelled or in shell, but nuts that have undergone further processing (such as roasting or salting) are generally classified under Chapter 20. The first 2 digits 08 represent Chapter 08 (Edible fruit and nuts). The 3rd-4th digits 02 represent heading 0802 (Other nuts, fresh or dried). The 5th-6th digits 42 represent subheading 0802.42, i.e., chestnuts, shelled. In the subheading hierarchy, 0802.4 is chestnuts (Castanea spp.), and 0802.42 specifically refers to shelled chestnuts. Note the distinction from 0802.41 (chestnuts in shell). The goods are shelled chestnuts, belonging to chestnuts (Castanea spp.) and already shelled, therefore classified under 0802.42. If in shell, they would be classified under 0802.41; if roasted, candied, or otherwise processed, they would be classified under Chapter 20; if chestnut flour, they would be classified under 1106.
Chapter
Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peels of citrus fruit or melons, mainly including fresh or dried fruit and nuts, as well as such products provisionally preserved or processed. The goods covered by this chapter are generally intended for direct consumption or food processing, excluding nuts for oil extraction (Chapter 12) or roasted coffee substitutes (Chapter 21).
Heading
Heading 0802 covers other nuts, fresh or dried, including chestnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, pistachios, macadamia nuts, etc., whether in shell or shelled. Nuts under this heading may be fresh, dried, shelled or in shell, but nuts that have undergone further processing (such as roasting or salting) are generally classified under Chapter 20.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 08 represent Chapter 08 (Edible fruit and nuts). The 3rd-4th digits 02 represent heading 0802 (Other nuts, fresh or dried). The 5th-6th digits 42 represent subheading 0802.42, i.e., chestnuts, shelled. In the subheading hierarchy, 0802.4 is chestnuts (Castanea spp.), and 0802.42 specifically refers to shelled chestnuts. Note the distinction from 0802.41 (chestnuts in shell).
Classification Basis
The goods are shelled chestnuts, belonging to chestnuts (Castanea spp.) and already shelled, therefore classified under 0802.42. If in shell, they would be classified under 0802.41; if roasted, candied, or otherwise processed, they would be classified under Chapter 20; if chestnut flour, they would be classified under 1106.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared goods, which should be stated as shelled chestnuts, and indicate whether they have undergone further processing. Species: Indicate the botanical species of the chestnuts, such as Chinese chestnut (Castanea mollissima), European chestnut (Castanea sativa), etc. Processing method: Explain whether the chestnuts have been shelled, dried, refrigerated, frozen, etc., and whether they have undergone deep processing such as roasting or steaming. State: Declare whether the chestnuts are fresh, dried, frozen, or provisionally preserved, for example "fresh shelled chestnuts" or "dried shelled chestnuts". Packaging specifications: Indicate the packaging method and specifications, such as bagged, boxed, net weight per piece, etc. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, indicate "no brand". Use: Explain the use of the chestnuts, such as for consumption, as raw materials for food processing, etc. Product name: Shelled chestnuts; Species: Chinese chestnut (Castanea mollissima); Processing method: Shelled, dried; State: Dried; Packaging specifications: 25 kg/bag; Brand: No brand; Use: Raw material for food processing. Failing to indicate the shelled state, leading to confusion with chestnuts in shell (0802.41). Incorrectly classifying chestnuts that have undergone deep processing such as roasting or candying under this chapter, when they should actually be classified under Chapter 20. Ignoring the declaration of state, such as fresh, dried, or frozen not being specified, affecting subheading classification.
Product name
The specific name of the declared goods, which should be stated as shelled chestnuts, and indicate whether they have undergone further processing.
⚠️ Declaring only as "chestnuts" without indicating the shelled state or processing method.
Species
Indicate the botanical species of the chestnuts, such as Chinese chestnut (Castanea mollissima), European chestnut (Castanea sativa), etc.
⚠️ Filling in "chestnuts" generically without providing the specific species.
Processing method
Explain whether the chestnuts have been shelled, dried, refrigerated, frozen, etc., and whether they have undergone deep processing such as roasting or steaming.
⚠️ Failing to distinguish between fresh, dried, or frozen states, or mistakenly declaring roasted chestnuts under this chapter.
State
Declare whether the chestnuts are fresh, dried, frozen, or provisionally preserved, for example "fresh shelled chestnuts" or "dried shelled chestnuts".
⚠️ Failing to indicate the state, leading to classification errors.
Packaging specifications
Indicate the packaging method and specifications, such as bagged, boxed, net weight per piece, etc.
⚠️ Incomplete filling, affecting customs statistics and inspection.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, indicate "no brand".
⚠️ Omitting brand information or filling it inaccurately.
Use
Explain the use of the chestnuts, such as for consumption, as raw materials for food processing, etc.
⚠️ Filling in "for consumption" too generally without specifying the specific use.
Example： Product name: Shelled chestnuts; Species: Chinese chestnut (Castanea mollissima); Processing method: Shelled, dried; State: Dried; Packaging specifications: 25 kg/bag; Brand: No brand; Use: Raw material for food processing.
Common Mistakes：
Failing to indicate the shelled state, leading to confusion with chestnuts in shell (0802.41).
Incorrectly classifying chestnuts that have undergone deep processing such as roasting or candying under this chapter, when they should actually be classified under Chapter 20.
Ignoring the declaration of state, such as fresh, dried, or frozen not being specified, affecting subheading classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the degree of processing of the chestnuts: if only simply processed such as shelled, dried, refrigerated, etc., they remain classified under 0802.42; if further processed by roasting, steaming, candying, etc., they are classified under Chapter 20. At the same time, it is necessary to confirm that the species is chestnuts (Castanea spp.), excluding other nuts. 0802.41 Chestnuts in shell: 0802.41 is chestnuts in shell, 0802.42 is shelled chestnuts. The core difference is whether they are shelled. 2008.19 Other processed nuts: 2008.19 includes nuts processed by roasting, salting, candying, etc., while 0802.42 is limited to simply processed (shelled, dried, etc.) nuts. 1106.30 Chestnut flour: 1106.30 is chestnut flour, which belongs to milling processing, while 0802.42 is shelled chestnuts, not milled. 0811.90 Frozen chestnuts: 0811.90 is frozen chestnuts (whether shelled or not), while 0802.42 is fresh or dried shelled chestnuts; frozen chestnuts are classified under 0811. Confirm whether the chestnuts are shelled? Confirm whether they have undergone deep processing such as roasting or candying? Confirm whether the state is fresh, dried, or frozen? Confirm whether the species is chestnuts (Castanea spp.)? Confirm whether they are used for oil extraction or planting?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the degree of processing of the chestnuts: if only simply processed such as shelled, dried, refrigerated, etc., they remain classified under 0802.42; if further processed by roasting, steaming, candying, etc., they are classified under Chapter 20. At the same time, it is necessary to confirm that the species is chestnuts (Castanea spp.), excluding other nuts.
Confused Codes：
0802.41 - Chestnuts in shell
0802.41 is chestnuts in shell, 0802.42 is shelled chestnuts. The core difference is whether they are shelled.
2008.19 - Other processed nuts
2008.19 includes nuts processed by roasting, salting, candying, etc., while 0802.42 is limited to simply processed (shelled, dried, etc.) nuts.
1106.30 - Chestnut flour
1106.30 is chestnut flour, which belongs to milling processing, while 0802.42 is shelled chestnuts, not milled.
0811.90 - Frozen chestnuts
0811.90 is frozen chestnuts (whether shelled or not), while 0802.42 is fresh or dried shelled chestnuts; frozen chestnuts are classified under 0811.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm whether the chestnuts are shelled?
✓ Confirm whether they have undergone deep processing such as roasting or candying?
✓ Confirm whether the state is fresh, dried, or frozen?
✓ Confirm whether the species is chestnuts (Castanea spp.)?
✓ Confirm whether they are used for oil extraction or planting?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between shelled chestnuts and chestnuts in shell? Shelled chestnuts are classified under 0802.42, and chestnuts in shell are classified under 0802.41. Both belong to heading 0802, but different subheadings, and it is necessary to specify whether they are shelled when declaring. Which code should frozen shelled chestnuts be classified under? Frozen shelled chestnuts should be classified under 0811.90, because freezing changes their essential character and they do not fall within the scope of fresh or dried nuts of 0802. Can roasted shelled chestnuts be classified under 0802.42? No. Roasting is deep processing and should be classified under Chapter 20, specifically 2008.19 (Other processed nuts). 0802.42 only applies to simply processed (shelled, dried, etc.) chestnuts. How to determine whether chestnuts have undergone "simple processing"? Simple processing includes shelling, drying, refrigerating, freezing (but freezing is classified under 0811), provisional preservation, etc., without changing the essential character of the chestnuts. If they have been roasted, steamed, candied, salted, etc., they are considered deep processed. What key elements need to be provided when declaring shelled chestnuts? Product name, species, processing method, state, packaging specifications, brand, use, etc. In particular, "shelled" and the state (fresh/dried) must be indicated to ensure accurate classification. Which code should chestnut flour be classified under? Chestnut flour is classified under 1106.30, because it has undergone milling processing and does not fall within the scope of nuts of 0802. If shelled chestnuts are provisionally preserved by soaking in brine, which code should they be classified under? Chestnuts provisionally preserved (such as soaked in brine) if still in a state unsuitable for direct consumption are classified under 0812; if already suitable for direct consumption, they are classified under 0802.42. How to inquire about the specific tariff rate for shelled chestnuts? The tariff rate must be queried according to the customs tariff of the destination country and may change with trade agreements. It is recommended to check the latest tariff rate through the customs official website or professional databases, or consult a customs broker.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between shelled chestnuts and chestnuts in shell?
A: Shelled chestnuts are classified under 0802.42, and chestnuts in shell are classified under 0802.41. Both belong to heading 0802, but different subheadings, and it is necessary to specify whether they are shelled when declaring.
Q: Which code should frozen shelled chestnuts be classified under?
A: Frozen shelled chestnuts should be classified under 0811.90, because freezing changes their essential character and they do not fall within the scope of fresh or dried nuts of 0802.
Q: Can roasted shelled chestnuts be classified under 0802.42?
A: No. Roasting is deep processing and should be classified under Chapter 20, specifically 2008.19 (Other processed nuts). 0802.42 only applies to simply processed (shelled, dried, etc.) chestnuts.
Q: How to determine whether chestnuts have undergone "simple processing"?
A: Simple processing includes shelling, drying, refrigerating, freezing (but freezing is classified under 0811), provisional preservation, etc., without changing the essential character of the chestnuts. If they have been roasted, steamed, candied, salted, etc., they are considered deep processed.
Q: What key elements need to be provided when declaring shelled chestnuts?
A: Product name, species, processing method, state, packaging specifications, brand, use, etc. In particular, "shelled" and the state (fresh/dried) must be indicated to ensure accurate classification.
Q: Which code should chestnut flour be classified under?
A: Chestnut flour is classified under 1106.30, because it has undergone milling processing and does not fall within the scope of nuts of 0802.
Q: If shelled chestnuts are provisionally preserved by soaking in brine, which code should they be classified under?
A: Chestnuts provisionally preserved (such as soaked in brine) if still in a state unsuitable for direct consumption are classified under 0812; if already suitable for direct consumption, they are classified under 0802.42.
Q: How to inquire about the specific tariff rate for shelled chestnuts?
A: The tariff rate must be queried according to the customs tariff of the destination country and may change with trade agreements. It is recommended to check the latest tariff rate through the customs official website or professional databases, or consult a customs broker.
⚠️ 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.