Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. This chapter includes fresh, dried, frozen or provisionally preserved fruit and nuts, as well as peel used for extracting essential oils or beverages. However, note that this chapter does not include: roasted or salted nuts (classified under Chapter 20), nuts for sowing or oil extraction (classified under Chapter 12), or prepared nut products (such as nut butter, confectionery, etc.). Heading 0802 covers other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled. Specifically includes: almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, chestnuts, pistachios, macadamia nuts, cola nuts, etc. But does not include coconuts, cashew nuts, Brazil nuts, etc. (these are classified under 0801). Nuts under this heading may be fresh, dried, shelled or unshelled, but not further processed. HS code 080261 is a six-digit subheading. The first two digits '08' represent Chapter 08: Edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. Digits 3-4 '02' represent heading 0802: Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled. Digits 5-6 '61' represent subheading 0802.61: Macadamia nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled. Therefore, 080261 specifically refers to macadamia nuts, fresh or dried, including both in-shell and shelled. Macadamia nuts belong to the nut category and are in a fresh or dried state without roasting, salting or other processing, so they are classified under Chapter 08. Under heading 0802, macadamia nuts have a dedicated subheading 0802.61, distinct from other nuts such as almonds (0802.11/12), hazelnuts (0802.21/22), walnuts (0802.31/32), etc. If roasted or further processed, they should be classified under Chapter 20.

Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should be accurately described as 'fresh or dried macadamia nuts' or 'Hawaii nuts'. State: Indicate whether fresh, dried, or fresh or dried (unprocessed). Whether Shelled: Indicate whether the nuts are in-shell or shelled, such as 'in-shell' or 'shelled'. Whether for Sowing: Declare whether intended for planting; macadamia nuts for sowing are classified under Chapter 12. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, declare 'none'. Specifications: Such as particle size, grade, etc., for example 'diameter 20-25mm'. Origin: Declare the country (region) of origin, such as Australia, South Africa, etc. Product Name: Fresh macadamia nuts (in-shell); State: Fresh; Whether Shelled: In-shell; Whether for Sowing: No; Brand: None; Specifications: Diameter 25-30mm; Origin: Australia. Incorrectly classifying roasted macadamia nuts under 080261, when they should actually be classified under 2008. Macadamia nuts for sowing should be classified under Chapter 12, not 080261. Failure to declare shelled vs. in-shell affects subheading subdivision and statistics.

The core basis for classification is: the goods are macadamia nuts, in a fresh or dried state, not roasted, salted or otherwise processed, and not for sowing. According to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, fresh or dried macadamia nuts are classified under subheading 0802.61. If for sowing, they are classified under Chapter 12; if roasted or otherwise processed, they are classified under Chapter 20. 080262 Cola nuts, fresh or dried: Cola nuts are different from macadamia nuts; cola nuts are mainly used for extracting caffeine and are classified under 0802.62. 080290 Other nuts, fresh or dried: 080290 is for other nuts not elsewhere specified; macadamia nuts have a specific subheading and should not be classified here. 200819 Other roasted nuts: Roasted or salted macadamia nuts should be classified under 2008.19, not 0802.61. 120799 Other nuts for sowing: Macadamia nuts for sowing are classified under 1207.99, intended for planting rather than consumption. Is it fresh or dried? Is it shelled? Is it for sowing? Has it been roasted or salted? Is it macadamia nuts?

Are macadamia nuts and Hawaii nuts the same commodity? Is the HS code the same? Macadamia nuts are often called Hawaii nuts and are the same commodity. Fresh or dried macadamia nuts are both classified under HS code 080261. Is there a difference in HS code between shelled and in-shell macadamia nuts? Under six-digit subheading 080261, both in-shell and shelled macadamia nuts are classified under the same code. However, when declaring, it is necessary to indicate whether shelled to meet customs statistics and regulatory requirements. What HS code should roasted macadamia nuts be classified under? Roasted macadamia nuts do not belong to Chapter 08 and should be classified under Chapter 20, specifically 200819 (other roasted nuts). How are macadamia nuts for sowing classified? Macadamia nuts for sowing should be classified under Chapter 12, specifically 120799 (other fruits and spores for sowing). What elements need to be declared for importing macadamia nuts? It is necessary to declare product name, state (fresh/dried), whether shelled, whether for sowing, brand, specifications, origin, etc. Specific requirements are subject to customs regulations. How to check the import tariff rate for macadamia nuts? It can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website or the Import and Export Tariff. Rates vary according to country of origin, trade agreements, etc. It is recommended to refer to the latest published information. Is the HS code for macadamia nuts the same for export as for import? Yes, HS codes are universally used internationally. Both import and export use 080261, but note that destination countries may have subdivision requirements. If macadamia nuts are frozen, does the HS code change? Frozen macadamia nuts still belong to Chapter 08, but the subheading may differ. Fresh or dried is 080261; frozen should be classified under 0811 (frozen fruit and nuts).