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

HS v2022 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 type of edible nut that are widely consumed globally, particularly in regions with a temperate climate. The chestnut industry plays a significant role in the agricultural and food sectors, providing a nutritious and versatile ingredient for a variety of culinary applications.

Production process

Chestnut production involves several key steps. Farmers first cultivate chestnut trees, which can take several years to reach maturity. Once the nuts are ready for harvest, they are typically hand-picked or mechanically collected. The harvested chestnuts are then dried, either naturally or using specialized drying equipment, to remove excess moisture. Finally, the dried chestnuts are shelled, either manually or using automated machinery, to produce the final edible product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the chestnut industry include chestnut tree seedlings or saplings, land for cultivation, water for irrigation, and labor for harvesting and processing. Specialized equipment, such as drying ovens and shelling machines, may also be necessary for larger-scale production. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of agricultural inputs, such as fertilizers and pesticides, to ensure the health and productivity of the chestnut trees.

Production outputs

The primary output of the chestnut industry is the shelled, edible chestnut. 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, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar. Chestnut flour and other chestnut-based products may also be produced and sold to various industries.

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 version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 080242.

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

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/08'>08: Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0802'>0802: Nuts (excluding coconuts, Brazils and cashew nuts); fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080242'>080242: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080211'>080211: Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080212'>080212: Nuts, edible; almonds, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080221'>080221: Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080222'>080222: Nuts, edible; hazelnuts or filberts (corylus spp.), fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080231'>080231: Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080232'>080232: Nuts, edible; walnuts, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080241'>080241: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080251'>080251: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080252'>080252: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080261'>080261: Nuts, edible; macadamia, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080262'>080262: Nuts, edible; macadamia, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080270'>080270: Nuts, edible; kola nuts (Cola spp.), fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080280'>080280: Nuts, edible; areca nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080291'>080291: Nuts, edible; pine nuts, fresh or dried, in shell</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080292'>080292: Nuts, edible; pine nuts, fresh or dried, shelled</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080299'>080299: Nuts, edible; n.e.c. in heading 0801 and 0802, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]

    

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