Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled

HS v2017 Code: 080242

About nuts, edible; chestnuts (castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled

HS code 080242 covers the trade of fresh or dried, shelled chestnuts (Castanea spp.). Chestnuts are a popular and nutritious nut variety that are widely consumed across the globe. As a significant agricultural commodity, the chestnut industry plays an important role in the global food supply chain, providing a valuable source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. This code is of particular interest to importers, exporters, and distributors involved in the international trade of edible nuts and related food products.

Production process

Chestnut production typically involves harvesting the nuts from chestnut trees, which are cultivated in temperate climates around the world. After harvesting, the chestnuts are dried, shelled, and prepared for distribution. Drying helps to preserve the nuts and extend their shelf life, while shelling removes the tough outer shell to reveal the edible kernel inside. Depending on the intended use, chestnuts may be further processed, such as being roasted, boiled, or used as an ingredient in various food products.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the chestnut industry include chestnut trees, land for cultivation, labor for harvesting and processing, and equipment for drying, shelling, and packaging. Chestnut trees require specific climatic conditions to thrive, such as moderate temperatures and adequate rainfall. Skilled workers are needed to ensure efficient and high-quality chestnut production. Additionally, specialized machinery and facilities are necessary for the post-harvest processing and preparation of the nuts for distribution.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 080242 is fresh or dried, shelled chestnuts. These chestnuts can be consumed directly as a snack or used as an ingredient in a variety of food products, such as 200819 Nuts, edible; otherwise prepared or preserved, 200819 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, and 200819 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in item no. 2008.19.

Revisions to 080242

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 080242. The most recent 1 version of this code (080242) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 080242 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for nuts, edible; chestnuts (castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/08'>08: Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0802'>0802: Nuts (excluding coconuts, Brazils and cashew nuts); fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080242'>080242: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080211'>080211: Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080212'>080212: Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080221'>080221: Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080222'>080222: Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080231'>080231: Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080232'>080232: Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080241'>080241: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080251'>080251: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080252'>080252: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080261'>080261: Nuts, edible; macadamia, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080262'>080262: Nuts, edible; macadamia, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080270'>080270: Nuts, edible; kola nuts (Cola spp.), fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080280'>080280: Nuts, edible; areca nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/080290'>080290: Nuts, edible; n.e.c. in heading no. 0801 and 0802, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]

    

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