HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0802.91 – Nuts, edible; pine nuts, fresh or dried, in shell
HS code 0802.91 is the 6-digit subheading for nuts, edible, pine nuts, fresh or dried, in shell. It is used for siberian pine nuts in shell, korean pine nuts in shell, chilgoza pine nuts in shell, pinyon pine nuts in shell and mediterranean pine nuts in shell.
What HS 0802.91 covers
Pine nuts, particularly those still in their shell, represent a niche but valuable segment of the edible nut market. These nuts are harvested from various species of pine trees and are prized for their delicate flavor and nutritional value. The trade of in-shell pine nuts is often concentrated in regions where wild harvesting is common, such as China, Russia, and Pakistan. Importers include countries with a demand for specialty ingredients, often for further processing or for consumers who prefer to shell nuts themselves, believing it preserves freshness. The process of extracting pine nuts from their shells is labor-intensive, contributing to their higher price point. Key considerations in this trade include ensuring sustainable harvesting practices, managing quality control for freshness, and preventing contamination, as the nuts are often wild-collected.
- Covers
- Siberian pine nuts in shell
- Korean pine nuts in shell
- Chilgoza pine nuts in shell
- Pinyon pine nuts in shell
- Mediterranean pine nuts in shell
- Examples
- Various regional brands from China
- Russia
- Pakistan; specialty food stores
Codes often confused with 0802.91
Common mistake. This code specifically covers pine nuts that are still in their shell. Shelled pine nuts are classified under 080292, and other types of nuts would fall under their respective codes.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080291, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080291 in UN Comtrade data was Afghanistan, with about 72% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 80% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Afghanistan* ~$83M 72% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Pakistan $17M 14% of world exports
- 3 Russia* ~$5.0M 4.4% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $116M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $102M 80% of world imports
- 2 Spain $6.9M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 Ireland $2.4M 1.9% of world imports
World total: $128M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 0802.91
Brazil does not split HS 0802.91: its NCM code is 0802.91.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 08.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0802.91
What is HS code 080291?
HS code 080291 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Nuts, edible; pine nuts, fresh or dried, in shell. Pine nuts, particularly those still in their shell, represent a niche but valuable segment of the edible nut market. These nuts are harvested from various species of pine trees and are prized for their delicate flavor and nutritional value. The trade of in-shell pine nuts is often concentrated in regions where wild harvesting is common, such as China, Russia, and Pakistan. Importers include countries with a demand for specialty ingredients, often for further processing or for consumers who prefer to shell nuts themselves, believing it preserves freshness. The process of extracting pine nuts from their shells is labor-intensive, contributing to their higher price point. Key considerations in this trade include ensuring sustainable harvesting practices, managing quality control for freshness, and preventing contamination, as the nuts are often wild-collected.
What products fall under HS code 080291?
Siberian pine nuts in shell, Korean pine nuts in shell, Chilgoza pine nuts in shell, Pinyon pine nuts in shell, Mediterranean pine nuts in shell
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080291?
This code specifically covers pine nuts that are still in their shell. Shelled pine nuts are classified under 080292, and other types of nuts would fall under their respective codes.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080291?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080291 in UN Comtrade data were Afghanistan (about $83M, 72% of world exports), Pakistan ($17M) and Russia (about $5.0M). World exports came to about $116M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 080291?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080291 in UN Comtrade data were China ($102M, 80% of world imports), Spain ($6.9M) and Ireland ($2.4M). World imports came to about $128M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 080291 structured?
HS code 080291 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 080291?
In Brazil, HS code 080291 is NCM 0802.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.