Product classification
HS code for Pine nuts: 0802.92
Nuts, edible, pine nuts, fresh or dried, shelled.
Classification of pine nuts under HS 0802.92
Pine nuts are classified under HS code 0802.92, which covers edible pine nuts that are fresh or dried and have been shelled. This classification falls within Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses edible fruit and nuts. The classification is determined by the botanical origin of the product (seeds from various species of pine trees) and its physical state (shelled). According to the Chapter 8 notes, nuts may be whole, sliced, chopped, or even skinned, but they must remain fresh or dried to stay within this heading. If the pine nuts undergo further processing such as roasting or salting, they are no longer classified under 0802 and must be moved to Chapter 20. The distinction between shelled and in-shell nuts is a primary factor in the subheading structure of 0802, with 0802.92 specifically reserved for the shelled variety.
- Covers
- Shelled Korean pine nuts
- Shelled Siberian pine nuts
- Dried shelled Chilgoza pine nuts
- Fresh shelled Italian stone pine nuts
- Shelled pignoli nuts
- Also under 0802.92
- Kirkland Signature Pine Nuts
- Trader Joe's Pine Nuts
- Bob's Red Mill Pine Nuts
- Alesto Pine Nuts
- various Italian and Spanish food brands
Codes often confused with 0802.92
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 0802.91, which is reserved for pine nuts that are still in their shell. Importers often confuse these two subheadings, leading to errors in duty calculations. Additionally, pine nuts that have been roasted or otherwise prepared are often incorrectly classified under 0802.92; these should actually be classified under HS code 2008.19, which covers nuts otherwise prepared or preserved. It is also important not to confuse these with other seeds classified in Chapter 12 if they are intended for sowing rather than human consumption.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080292 (the code used for pine nuts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080292 (the code used for pine nuts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 080292, not only pine nuts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $301M 48% of world exports
- 2 Mongolia* ~$70M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $58M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $622M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $99M 18% of world imports
- 2 Italy $82M 15% of world imports
- 3 China $73M 13% of world imports
World total: $551M 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 pine nuts
Brazil classifies pine nuts under NCM 0802.92.00: HS 0802.92 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pine nuts
What is the HS code for Pine nuts?
The HS code for Pine nuts is 080292 (Nuts, edible; pine nuts, fresh or dried, shelled). The HS code for shelled, fresh, or dried pine nuts is 0802.92. If they are in-shell, the code is 0802.91.
How do I classify Pine nuts for customs?
Pine nuts is classified under HS code 080292 — Nuts, edible; pine nuts, fresh or dried, shelled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are roasted pine nuts classified under 0802.92?
No, roasted pine nuts are considered prepared or preserved and are classified under HS code 2008.19. HS code 0802.92 is strictly for fresh or dried shelled pine nuts.
Which countries are the top exporters of pine nuts (HS 080292)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080292 (the code used for pine nuts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($301M, 48% of world exports), Mongolia (about $70M) and Germany ($58M). World exports came to about $622M, 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 pine nuts (HS 080292)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080292 (the code used for pine nuts) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($99M, 18% of world imports), Italy ($82M) and China ($73M). World imports came to about $551M, 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.
Is the HS code for Pine nuts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080292 for Pine nuts is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for pine nuts in Brazil?
In Brazil, pine nuts (HS 080292) is classified under NCM 0802.92.00.