HS 080211

Almonds, Fresh or Dried, In Shell

U.S. imports of almonds, fresh or dried, in shell (HS 080211) totaled $49K in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

In-shell almonds imported into the US arrive primarily from Afghanistan and Uzbekistan, reflecting Central Asia's role as a traditional almond-growing region distinct from California's dominant domestic production. Because the US is itself the world's largest almond producer, import volumes under this heading tend to be modest and often tied to specialty or ethnic market demand for specific varieties. FDA prior notice requirements apply, and importers should verify that foreign establishments are registered. Classification hinges on the shell being intact at time of entry; product that has been shelled moves to heading 080212.

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Exports

$132.7M

Imports: $49K to 2 countries

Surplus of $132.6M (net exporter)

Trade balance: surplus of $132.6M (net exporter)

YTD: $114K imported (April 2026)

3 shipments/month

Top Import Sources

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1AFGHANISTAN$43K
88.2%
2UZBEKISTAN$6K
11.8%

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Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

Geographic Breakdown

GRAPES, FRESH

HS 080610

$282.5M

CRANBERRIES, BLUEBERRIES, ETC, FRESH

HS 081040

$223.4M

BANANAS, FRESH OR DRIED, NESOI

HS 080390

$222.7M

AVOCADOS, FRESH OR DRIED

HS 080440

$217.3M

STRAWBERRIES, FRESH

HS 081010

$182.9M

RASPBERRIES/BLCKBERRIES/MULBERRIES/LOGANBERRS FRSH

HS 081020

$161.1M

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Frequently Asked Questions

What variety or quality distinctions drive demand for imported in-shell almonds when US domestic production is so large?

Imported in-shell almonds from Afghanistan and Uzbekistan often represent distinct regional varieties — such as Mamra or Kagzi types — that have different flavor profiles, oil content, and cultural significance compared to California varieties like Nonpareil. These characteristics support demand in South Asian and Middle Eastern diaspora markets in the US, where specific variety preferences are strong.

How should importers document the shell-intact condition to support classification under 0802110000?

The product must be in the hard outer shell at the time of importation to classify under this heading. Commercial invoices and packing lists should explicitly describe the product as 'in shell,' and inspection at the port of entry may verify this. Any lot where shells have been cracked or removed prior to export should be reclassified under the shelled almond heading.