Copra is specifically the dried, unprocessed coconut kernel and classifies under heading 1203. Desiccated (shredded or flaked) coconut prepared for food use falls under a different chapter covering edible preparations, while extracted coconut oil is classified among vegetable fats and oils. The key distinction is the degree of processing: copra is the raw dried kernel, not yet pressed or further prepared.
Copra is an agricultural commodity subject to USDA APHIS inspection for plant pests and may require a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country. FDA also has jurisdiction over copra as a food ingredient. Importers should verify current APHIS requirements and consult a licensed customs broker before shipment.
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