HS Code 120710
Palm Nuts and Kernels
HS code 120710 covers palm nuts and kernels, whether or not broken, used exclusively for the extraction of palm kernel oil or as animal feed components.
6-digit Section IIBulk Hazmat 4.2
HS Code 120710 — Palm Nuts and Kernels
This code covers the edible seeds (kernels) and the hard nuts found inside the fruit of the oil palm tree. These are primarily processed to extract palm kernel oil, which is distinct from the oil obtained from the fruit pulp.
What's included
- Oil palm kernels
- Broken palm nuts
- Dried palm kernels
What's excluded
- Palm oil (from fruit pulp) → use
151110(Crude palm oil is classified differently than palm kernel oil.) - Palm kernel oil → use
151321(Extracted fats and oils are in Chapter 15.)
Common examples
- Dried palm kernels for crushing
- Whole palm nuts
- Broken palm kernels in bulk
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between palm oil and palm kernel oil seeds?
Palm oil comes from the fleshy fruit (mesocarp), while this code covers the hard seed (kernel) inside the fruit.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Origin certificates are important due to sustainability (RSPO) tracking requirements.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria
- Top importers: Netherlands, Germany, China
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Key takeaway
Primarily an industrial raw material for the palm kernel oil industry.
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