0802.80.20.00 - Shelled

This HTS classification covers areca nuts that have been shelled or peeled, meaning their outer husk or shell has been removed. These nuts are typically consumed for their stimulant properties, often chewed in conjunction with betel leaves. The "shelled" designation is critical, distinguishing them from areca nuts still contained within their natural protective outer layer.

Within the broader category of "Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled," this specific subcategory focuses solely on areca nuts that have undergone the process of shelling. It stands in direct contrast to its sibling category, HTS 0802.80.10.00, which exclusively covers areca nuts that remain in their original shell. Therefore, when classifying areca nuts, the presence or absence of the shell is the primary determining factor for selecting the correct tariff code.

As a leaf node in the HTS database, HTS 0802.80.20.00 does not have further subdivisions. All shelled or peeled areca nuts, regardless of minor variations in processing or presentation after shelling, fall under this single code. This ensures consistent classification for this specific product once the decision has been made that the areca nut is indeed shelled.