Product classification
HS code for Shelled pistachios: 0802.52
Nuts, edible, pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled.
Classification of shelled pistachios under HS 0802.52
Shelled pistachios are classified under HS code 0802.52, which specifically identifies pistachios that have been removed from their external shells. This classification is governed by the General Interpretative Rules (GIR) of the Harmonized System, specifically GIR 1 and GIR 6. Chapter 8 of the nomenclature covers edible fruit and nuts, while heading 0802 is reserved for other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled. The subheading 0802.52 is distinct from 0802.51, which is reserved for pistachios still in their shells. To qualify for this code, the nuts must be in their natural state, fresh or dried. While they may be subjected to basic heat treatment for preservation purposes or to facilitate the removal of the shell, they must not be roasted, salted, or otherwise prepared with ingredients like sugar or flavorings, as such modifications would shift the classification to Chapter 20. The precision of this code ensures that raw or simply dried kernels are tracked accurately for agricultural and trade statistics.
- Covers
- Raw shelled pistachio kernels
- Dried shelled pistachios
- Blanched pistachio kernels (without skin)
- Halved or broken pistachio kernels, fresh or dried
- Pistachio kernels with the thin pellicle still attached
- Also under 0802.52
- Wonderful Pistachios (shelled kernels)
- Setton Farms Shelled Pistachios
- Bronte Pistachios (shelled)
- Iranian Shelled Pistachios
Codes often confused with 0802.52
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0802.51, which is strictly for in-shell pistachios. Importers often confuse these when the product is partially shelled or cracked. Another major area of confusion is HS code 2008.19. If the shelled pistachios have been roasted, salted, or coated in honey or spices, they are considered "prepared or preserved" and must be moved from Chapter 8 to Chapter 20. Additionally, if the pistachios are ground into a fine flour or meal, they might be classified under 1106.30, depending on the degree of milling and intended use.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080252 (the code used for shelled pistachios), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080252 (the code used for shelled pistachios) in UN Comtrade data was Iran, with about 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 23% 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 080252, not only shelled pistachios.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Iran* ~$376M 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Türkiye $352M 21% of world exports
- 3 United States $252M 15% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $409M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $284M 16% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $190M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 shelled pistachios
Brazil classifies shelled pistachios under NCM 0802.52.00: HS 0802.52 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about shelled pistachios
What is the HS code for Shelled pistachios?
The HS code for Shelled pistachios is 080252 (Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled). The HS code for shelled pistachios, fresh or dried, is 0802.52.
How do I classify Shelled pistachios for customs?
Shelled pistachios is classified under HS code 080252 — Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include roasted and salted pistachios?
No, roasted or salted pistachios are classified under HS code 2008.19 as prepared or preserved nuts.
Which countries are the top exporters of shelled pistachios (HS 080252)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080252 (the code used for shelled pistachios) in UN Comtrade data were Iran (about $376M, 23% of world exports), Türkiye ($352M) and the United States ($252M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 shelled pistachios (HS 080252)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080252 (the code used for shelled pistachios) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($409M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($284M) and Türkiye ($190M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 Shelled pistachios the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080252 for Shelled pistachios 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 shelled pistachios in Brazil?
In Brazil, shelled pistachios (HS 080252) is classified under NCM 0802.52.00.