U.S. exports of Kola Nuts, Fresh or Dried (HS 080270) totaled $141K in August 2026, exported to 4 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataKola nuts (Cola spp.) enter US commerce primarily from West African origins, with Côte d'Ivoire the leading supplier, followed by Nigeria and Guinea—reflecting the crop's native range in the humid tropical forests of that region. The US schedule subdivides the heading by shell status: in-shell (0802701000) and shelled (0802702000) kola nuts carry separate tariff lines, while 0802700000 covers the broader category. Fresh and dried kola nuts are subject to FDA oversight as food commodities, and USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements apply to fresh material at the port of entry.
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Yes. The US schedule distinguishes in-shell kola nuts (0802701000) from shelled kola nuts (0802702000), and these lines may carry different duty rates. Importers should verify the condition of the nuts at the time of export and ensure commercial invoices clearly state whether the product is in-shell or shelled to support accurate classification.
Kola nuts are regulated as food by FDA, so importers must file prior notice of shipment under the Bioterrorism Act and ensure the foreign supplier is registered with FDA. Shipments may be subject to examination or sampling, and repeated violations can result in automatic detention. Consulting a licensed customs broker or FDA regulatory specialist is advisable for first-time importers. Classification and admissibility of food commodities can be complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered agent before importing.
Subheading 12 of 17 in heading 0802
Subheading 080270 · $141K of $844.8M
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Low of 9 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $7.2M of Kola Nuts, Fresh or Dried.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 9 of 12 months reported, exports 7 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0802701000 | Kola Nuts, Fresh or Dried, In Shell | — | -- | -- |
| 0802702000 | Kola Nuts, Fresh or Dried, Shelled | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0802700000 | Kola Nuts, Fresh or Dried, Whether or not Shelled | $141K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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Exports · August 2026
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India and Canada together take 100% of it.
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None recorded for this period.