Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peels of citrus fruit or melons, mainly including fresh or dried fruit, nuts, and plant parts used for extracting essential oils or beverages. Goods in this chapter are usually directly consumed by humans or used as raw materials for the food industry, but exclude oil seeds (Chapter 12) or roasted coffee substitutes (Chapter 21). Heading 0802 covers other nuts, fresh or dried, including nuts and similar products not elsewhere specified. Goods under this heading are mostly nuts in shell or shelled, for direct consumption or processing, but exclude roasted or further processed nuts (classified under Chapter 20). The first 2 digits 08 represent Chapter 8 'Edible fruit and nuts; peels of citrus fruit or melons.' Digits 3-4, 02, represent heading 0802 'Other nuts, fresh or dried,' i.e., nuts not specifically named in other headings. Digits 5-6, 70, are subheading 0802.70, specifically 'Kola nuts,' whether fresh or dried. Therefore, 080270 fully represents kola nuts, fresh or dried. Kola nuts belong to the nut category and are not specifically named in other headings (such as 0801 or 0803), so they are classified under 0802. Their fresh or dried state matches the heading description, and they are not oil seeds of Chapter 12 or processed products of Chapter 21, so they are correctly classified as 080270.
Chapter
Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peels of citrus fruit or melons, mainly including fresh or dried fruit, nuts, and plant parts used for extracting essential oils or beverages. Goods in this chapter are usually directly consumed by humans or used as raw materials for the food industry, but exclude oil seeds (Chapter 12) or roasted coffee substitutes (Chapter 21).
Heading
Heading 0802 covers other nuts, fresh or dried, including nuts and similar products not elsewhere specified. Goods under this heading are mostly nuts in shell or shelled, for direct consumption or processing, but exclude roasted or further processed nuts (classified under Chapter 20).
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 08 represent Chapter 8 'Edible fruit and nuts; peels of citrus fruit or melons.' Digits 3-4, 02, represent heading 0802 'Other nuts, fresh or dried,' i.e., nuts not specifically named in other headings. Digits 5-6, 70, are subheading 0802.70, specifically 'Kola nuts,' whether fresh or dried. Therefore, 080270 fully represents kola nuts, fresh or dried.
Classification Basis
Kola nuts belong to the nut category and are not specifically named in other headings (such as 0801 or 0803), so they are classified under 0802. Their fresh or dried state matches the heading description, and they are not oil seeds of Chapter 12 or processed products of Chapter 21, so they are correctly classified as 080270.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, using standard Chinese or English names, such as 'kola nuts' or 'Kola nuts.' State: Indicate fresh or dried, such as 'fresh kola nuts' or 'dried kola nuts,' affecting classification and quarantine requirements. Shelled or Not: State whether in shell or shelled, such as 'in shell' or 'shelled,' affecting the judgment of processing depth. Use: Declare the use, such as 'food,' 'medicinal,' or 'industrial extraction.' Different uses may involve regulatory conditions. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in 'None.' Specification: Declare packaging specifications or grade, such as '25 kg/bag' or 'Grade 1.' Origin: Declare the country or region of origin, affecting tariffs and trade agreement applicability. Processing Method: Briefly describe the processing method, such as 'sun-dried' or 'unprocessed,' ensuring it does not exceed simple processing. Product Name: Kola nuts; State: Dried; Shelled or Not: In shell; Use: Food; Brand: None; Specification: 25 kg/bag; Origin: Nigeria; Processing Method: Sun-dried. Mistakenly classifying kola nuts under 0801 (cashew nuts, coconuts, etc.) or 0803 (bananas), ignoring that they are not specifically named. Failing to distinguish fresh or dried, leading to incorrect quarantine or tax rate application. Confusing shelled kola nuts with roasted or processed products, incorrectly classifying under Chapter 20.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, using standard Chinese or English names, such as 'kola nuts' or 'Kola nuts.'
⚠️ Mistakenly written as 'cola' or 'cola beans,' causing confusion with beverages.
State
Indicate fresh or dried, such as 'fresh kola nuts' or 'dried kola nuts,' affecting classification and quarantine requirements.
⚠️ Failing to indicate the state, or incorrectly labeling as 'frozen' or other unspecified states.
Shelled or Not
State whether in shell or shelled, such as 'in shell' or 'shelled,' affecting the judgment of processing depth.
⚠️ Ignoring shelling information, causing confusion with processed products.
Use
Declare the use, such as 'food,' 'medicinal,' or 'industrial extraction.' Different uses may involve regulatory conditions.
⚠️ Vaguely filling in 'food' without distinguishing the specific use.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in 'None.'
⚠️ Confusing brand with manufacturer, or omitting the brand.
Specification
Declare packaging specifications or grade, such as '25 kg/bag' or 'Grade 1.'
⚠️ Unclear specification description, such as only writing 'large bag.'
Origin
Declare the country or region of origin, affecting tariffs and trade agreement applicability.
⚠️ Confusing origin with place of dispatch, or failing to provide certificate of origin.
Processing Method
Briefly describe the processing method, such as 'sun-dried' or 'unprocessed,' ensuring it does not exceed simple processing.
⚠️ Misreporting deep processing methods such as roasting or frying as simple drying.
Example： Product Name: Kola nuts; State: Dried; Shelled or Not: In shell; Use: Food; Brand: None; Specification: 25 kg/bag; Origin: Nigeria; Processing Method: Sun-dried.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying kola nuts under 0801 (cashew nuts, coconuts, etc.) or 0803 (bananas), ignoring that they are not specifically named.
Failing to distinguish fresh or dried, leading to incorrect quarantine or tax rate application.
Confusing shelled kola nuts with roasted or processed products, incorrectly classifying under Chapter 20.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the hierarchical structure of HS codes and heading descriptions. 080270 specifically refers to kola nuts, fresh or dried. The key criteria include: the goods are kola nuts (Cola acuminata or Cola nitida, etc.), in fresh or dried state, not roasted or deep-processed, and not specifically named in other headings. If roasted, fried, or mixed with other substances, they may be classified under Chapter 20. 0801 Coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried: 0801 covers specifically named nuts (coconuts, Brazil nuts, cashew nuts), while kola nuts are not named, so they are classified under 0802. 0803 Bananas, including plantains, fresh or dried: 0803 is for banana-type fruits, while kola nuts are nuts; their form and use are different. 1211 Plants and parts of plants used primarily in perfumery, pharmacy, insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes: 1211 covers medicinal or aromatic plants. Kola nuts may be classified here if used medicinally, but if used as edible nuts, they are classified under 0802. 2008 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved: 2008 covers deeply processed nuts such as roasted, fried, or mixed, while 0802 is only fresh or dried. 2101 Extracts, essences and concentrates of coffee, tea or mate; roasted coffee substitutes: 2101 includes roasted coffee substitutes. If kola nuts are roasted for use as substitutes, they are classified here, but if fresh or dried, they are classified under 0802. Confirm the goods are kola nuts, not other nuts. Confirm the state is fresh or dried, not roasted or deep-processed. Confirm they are in shell or shelled but not further processed. Confirm the use is food or industrial extraction, not medicinal or aromatic. Confirm they are not mixed with other substances or made into products.
Basis
The core basis for classification is the hierarchical structure of HS codes and heading descriptions. 080270 specifically refers to kola nuts, fresh or dried. The key criteria include: the goods are kola nuts (Cola acuminata or Cola nitida, etc.), in fresh or dried state, not roasted or deep-processed, and not specifically named in other headings. If roasted, fried, or mixed with other substances, they may be classified under Chapter 20.
Confused Codes：
0801 - Coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried
0801 covers specifically named nuts (coconuts, Brazil nuts, cashew nuts), while kola nuts are not named, so they are classified under 0802.
0803 - Bananas, including plantains, fresh or dried
0803 is for banana-type fruits, while kola nuts are nuts; their form and use are different.
1211 - Plants and parts of plants used primarily in perfumery, pharmacy, insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes
1211 covers medicinal or aromatic plants. Kola nuts may be classified here if used medicinally, but if used as edible nuts, they are classified under 0802.
2008 - Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved
2008 covers deeply processed nuts such as roasted, fried, or mixed, while 0802 is only fresh or dried.
2101 - Extracts, essences and concentrates of coffee, tea or mate; roasted coffee substitutes
2101 includes roasted coffee substitutes. If kola nuts are roasted for use as substitutes, they are classified here, but if fresh or dried, they are classified under 0802.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm the goods are kola nuts, not other nuts.
✓ Confirm the state is fresh or dried, not roasted or deep-processed.
✓ Confirm they are in shell or shelled but not further processed.
✓ Confirm the use is food or industrial extraction, not medicinal or aromatic.
✓ Confirm they are not mixed with other substances or made into products.
❓ FAQ
What is the HS code for kola nuts? The HS code for fresh or dried kola nuts is 080270. This code applies to kola nuts not roasted or deep-processed, whether shelled or not. How to distinguish the HS code for kola nuts from cola beverages? Kola nuts are nuts, classified under 080270; cola beverages are drinks, classified under Chapter 22 (e.g., 2202). They are fundamentally different and must not be confused. Is there a difference in HS code between dried and fresh kola nuts? No difference; both are classified under 080270. This subheading covers both fresh and dried states, but the state must be indicated at declaration. Does the HS code change for shelled kola nuts? No, shelling is only simple processing and remains under 080270. However, if shelled and then roasted or seasoned, they may be classified under Chapter 20. Is the HS code different when kola nuts are used medicinally? If kola nuts are used only medicinally and not named in other headings, they may be classified under 1211. But if used for food or industrial extraction, they are classified under 080270. Judgment should be based on actual use. What declaration elements are required for importing kola nuts? Product name, state, shelled or not, use, brand, specification, origin, processing method, etc. must be declared. Specific requirements are subject to customs. How to check the tariff rate for kola nuts? Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and origin. You can check the customs tariff schedule or consult a customs broker. It is recommended to use official databases for the latest rates. Does classifying kola nuts under 080270 require a phytosanitary certificate? Yes, importing fresh or dried nuts generally requires a phytosanitary certificate to ensure compliance with quarantine requirements. Specific requirements are subject to the importing country's regulations.
Q: What is the HS code for kola nuts?
A: The HS code for fresh or dried kola nuts is 080270. This code applies to kola nuts not roasted or deep-processed, whether shelled or not.
Q: How to distinguish the HS code for kola nuts from cola beverages?
A: Kola nuts are nuts, classified under 080270; cola beverages are drinks, classified under Chapter 22 (e.g., 2202). They are fundamentally different and must not be confused.
Q: Is there a difference in HS code between dried and fresh kola nuts?
A: No difference; both are classified under 080270. This subheading covers both fresh and dried states, but the state must be indicated at declaration.
Q: Does the HS code change for shelled kola nuts?
A: No, shelling is only simple processing and remains under 080270. However, if shelled and then roasted or seasoned, they may be classified under Chapter 20.
Q: Is the HS code different when kola nuts are used medicinally?
A: If kola nuts are used only medicinally and not named in other headings, they may be classified under 1211. But if used for food or industrial extraction, they are classified under 080270. Judgment should be based on actual use.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing kola nuts?
A: Product name, state, shelled or not, use, brand, specification, origin, processing method, etc. must be declared. Specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: How to check the tariff rate for kola nuts?
A: Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement, and origin. You can check the customs tariff schedule or consult a customs broker. It is recommended to use official databases for the latest rates.
Q: Does classifying kola nuts under 080270 require a phytosanitary certificate?
A: Yes, importing fresh or dried nuts generally requires a phytosanitary certificate to ensure compliance with quarantine requirements. Specific requirements are subject to the importing country's regulations.
⚠️ 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.