HS Code Subheading

Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell

0802.51 Subheading
Section II — Vegetable products

About HS Code 080251

This HS code covers pistachios that are still in their shell, whether fresh or dried. In-shell pistachios are a highly popular snack globally, often roasted and salted. The United States, Iran, and Turkey are the dominant producers and exporters, benefiting from ideal growing conditions. Major importing countries include China, Germany, and India, where they are consumed as a snack or used in traditional sweets. International trade in in-shell pistachios involves careful grading based on size, shell opening, and color, as well as stringent food safety checks, particularly for aflatoxin levels. Branding and marketing play a significant role in this competitive market, with consumer preferences often dictating demand for specific origins or processing styles.

Products Under This Code

Raw in-shell pistachios, roasted in-shell pistachios, salted in-shell pistachios, organic in-shell pistachios, natural open in-shell pistachios, red in-shell pistachios

Real World Examples

Wonderful Pistachios (in shell), Setton Farms Pistachios (in shell), Fiddyment Farms Pistachios (in shell), Iranian In-Shell Pistachios

Common Misclassification

Could be confused with 080252 (shelled pistachios) if the 'in shell' detail is missed, or with other in-shell nuts like almonds (080211).

Products Classified Under 0802.51

Pistachios in shell

Related Codes

0802.11 Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, in shell 0802.12 Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, shelled 0802.21 Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, in shell 0802.22 Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled 0802.31 Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, in shell 0802.32 Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled 0802.41 Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, in shell 0802.42 Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled 0802.52 Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled 0802.61 Nuts, edible; macadamia, fresh or dried, in shell

Industry

This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.

Trade Overview

The USA and Iran are dominant exporters, with China, Germany, and India being major importers of in-shell pistachios.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 080251?

HS code 080251 covers: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell. This HS code covers pistachios that are still in their shell, whether fresh or dried. In-shell pistachios are a highly popular snack globally, often roasted and salted. The United States, Iran, and Turkey are the dominant producers and exporters, benefiting from ideal growing conditions. Major importing countries include China, Germany, and India, where they are consumed as a snack or used in traditional sweets. International trade in in-shell pistachios involves careful grading based on size, shell opening, and color, as well as stringent food safety checks, particularly for aflatoxin levels. Branding and marketing play a significant role in this competitive market, with consumer preferences often dictating demand for specific origins or processing styles.

What products fall under HS code 080251?

Raw in-shell pistachios, roasted in-shell pistachios, salted in-shell pistachios, organic in-shell pistachios, natural open in-shell pistachios, red in-shell pistachios

What are common misclassifications for HS code 080251?

Could be confused with 080252 (shelled pistachios) if the 'in shell' detail is missed, or with other in-shell nuts like almonds (080211).

How is HS code 080251 structured?

HS code 080251 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (51) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.