Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell

HS v2022 Code: 080251

About nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell

HS code 080251 covers the trade of fresh or dried pistachios in their shells. Pistachios are a popular edible nut with a distinctive green-colored shell and creamy, slightly sweet interior. The global pistachio industry plays a significant role in the broader tree nut market, which is an important component of the international agricultural trade. Pistachios are cultivated in several key producing regions around the world and are widely consumed as a snack food, ingredient, and culinary ingredient.

Production process

Pistachio production involves several key steps. Pistachios are grown on pistachio trees, which take several years to reach maturity and begin bearing nuts. The nuts are harvested by shaking the trees to dislodge the mature pistachio clusters. The harvested nuts are then dried, either naturally or using mechanical drying systems, to reduce the moisture content. Finally, the dried nuts are processed to remove the outer shell, leaving the edible pistachio kernel.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the pistachio industry include the pistachio trees themselves, which require specific climatic conditions to thrive. Other key inputs include agricultural land, water for irrigation, and labor for harvesting and processing. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as tree shakers, drying systems, and shelling machines, are also important production inputs. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of ancillary services, including transportation, storage, and packaging.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 080251 is fresh or dried pistachio nuts in their shells. These nuts are then further processed and distributed through various channels, including 080252 Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled and 200819 Nuts, edible; pistachios, prepared or preserved, n.e.s.. Pistachios are widely used as a snack food, ingredient in baked goods and confectionery, and as a culinary ingredient in various cuisines around the world.

Revisions to 080251

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 080251. The most recent 1 version of this code (080251) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 080251.

Family tree for nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell

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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/v2022/080251'>080251: Nuts, edible; pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell</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/v2022/080242'>080242: Nuts, edible; chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, shelled</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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