Nuts, edible; kola nuts (Cola spp.), fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled

HS v2017 Code: 080270

About nuts, edible; kola nuts (cola spp.), fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled

HS code 080270 covers the import and export of edible nuts, specifically kola nuts (Cola spp.), which are a significant agricultural commodity in many parts of the world. Kola nuts are widely consumed as a stimulant, particularly in West Africa, and have a long history of cultural and economic importance. The global trade in edible nuts, including kola nuts, is a vital component of the international food supply chain, providing essential nutrients and contributing to the livelihoods of producers and traders worldwide.

Production process

Kola nuts are typically harvested from the kola tree, a species native to the tropical regions of Africa. The nuts are manually or mechanically removed from the tree's pods, then dried, sorted, and prepared for distribution. Depending on the intended use, the nuts may be shelled or left unshelled. Some producers also engage in basic processing, such as roasting or grinding, to enhance the nuts' flavor and shelf life.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the kola nut industry include the kola trees themselves, which require specific climatic conditions to thrive, as well as labor for harvesting and processing. Producers may also utilize basic equipment, such as drying racks, sorting machines, and packaging materials. The industry relies on a network of transportation and logistics providers to move the nuts from production areas to domestic and international markets.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 080270 is the kola nut itself, which is consumed as a stimulant, used in traditional medicine, and incorporated into various food and beverage products. Kola nuts may be traded internationally as a raw material or as a component of other 2106 Preparations of food, such as 210690 Other food preparations.

Revisions to 080270

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 080270. The most recent 1 version of this code (080270) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 080270 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for nuts, edible; kola nuts (cola spp.), fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/08'>08: Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0802'>0802: Nuts (excluding coconuts, Brazils and cashew nuts); fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080270'>080270: Nuts, edible; kola nuts (Cola spp.), fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080211'>080211: Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080212'>080212: Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080221'>080221: Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080222'>080222: Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080231'>080231: Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080232'>080232: Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080241'>080241: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080242'>080242: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080251'>080251: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080252'>080252: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080261'>080261: Nuts, edible; macadamia, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080262'>080262: Nuts, edible; macadamia, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080280'>080280: Nuts, edible; areca nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080290'>080290: Nuts, edible; n.e.c. in heading no. 0801 and 0802, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]

    

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