Product classification
HS code for Pistachios in shell: 0802.51
Nuts, edible, pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell.
Classification of pistachios in shell under HS 0802.51
Pistachios in shell are classified under HS code 0802.51. This classification is part of the broader heading 0802, which covers other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled. The specific subheading 0802.51 is designated for pistachios that remain in their natural hard casing. Classification is based on the botanical identification of the nut (Pistacia vera) and the fact that it has not been shelled. Under the General Interpretative Rules, the state of the product (fresh or dried) is acceptable for this heading, but any further preparation such as roasting, salting, or flavoring would move the product to a different chapter. The in-shell status is a critical distinction for customs authorities because the weight of the shell significantly impacts the net weight of the edible product and the applicable tariffs.
- Covers
- Fresh pistachios in shell
- Dried pistachios in shell
- Raw pistachios in shell
- Unprocessed pistachio nuts in shell
- Sun-dried pistachios in shell
- Also under 0802.51
- Wonderful Pistachios (in shell)
- Setton Farms Pistachios (in shell)
- Fiddyment Farms Pistachios (in shell)
- Iranian In-Shell Pistachios
Codes often confused with 0802.51
Common mistake. Pistachios in shell are frequently misclassified under HS code 0802.52, which is the code for shelled pistachios. Another common error involves roasted or salted pistachios; while they may still be in their shells, the process of roasting or salting classifies them as "prepared" foods under HS code 2008.19. Importers must distinguish between simple drying (which is allowed in 0802) and roasting (which requires 2008). Misclassification can also occur with other nuts in heading 0802, such as hazelnuts (0802.21) or walnuts (0802.31), if the botanical species is not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080251 (the code used for pistachios in shell), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080251 (the code used for pistachios in shell) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 69% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 13% 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 080251, not only pistachios in shell.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $2.3B 69% of world exports
- 2 Iran* ~$366M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Türkiye $145M 4.3% of world exports
World total: $3.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$471M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $416M 12% of world imports
- 3 China $285M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $3.5B 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 pistachios in shell
Brazil classifies pistachios in shell under NCM 0802.51.00: HS 0802.51 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pistachios in shell
What is the HS code for Pistachios in shell?
The HS code for Pistachios in shell is 080251 (Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell). The HS code for fresh or dried pistachios in shell is 0802.51.
How do I classify Pistachios in shell for customs?
Pistachios in shell is classified under HS code 080251 — Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can salted pistachios in shell be classified under 0802.51?
No, salted or roasted pistachios are classified under HS code 2008.19 as prepared nuts. HS code 0802.51 is only for fresh or dried pistachios without added ingredients or heat treatment.
Which countries are the top exporters of pistachios in shell (HS 080251)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080251 (the code used for pistachios in shell) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.3B, 69% of world exports), Iran (about $366M) and Türkiye ($145M). World exports came to about $3.4B, 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 pistachios in shell (HS 080251)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080251 (the code used for pistachios in shell) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $471M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($416M) and China ($285M). World imports came to about $3.5B, 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 Pistachios in shell the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080251 for Pistachios in shell 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 pistachios in shell in Brazil?
In Brazil, pistachios in shell (HS 080251) is classified under NCM 0802.51.00.