Fresh Shelled American Chestnuts
Freshly shelled chestnuts from hybrid Castanea dentata varieties, hand-processed to remove shells immediately after harvest. These are fresh shelled chestnuts, which are explicitly covered by this tariff item for Castanea spp.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the chestnuts are in shell
In-shell chestnuts are classified under the 'in shell' tariff item, not shelled.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the chestnuts are fresh and not chilled, as chilled nuts are classified under the same heading as fresh per chapter note 2
• Keep the shells removed and pellicle intact unless otherwise specified
• Declare the weight including packaging if required by supplementary notes
Related Products under Tariff item 0802.42.00
Blanched Shelled Chestnuts
Blanched shelled chestnuts with the pellicle removed for easier cooking, still in a fresh or dried state. Blanching does not constitute preservation, so they retain the character of shelled chestnuts under this tariff item.
Dried Shelled Chinese Chestnuts
Dried shelled chestnuts from Castanea mollissima, vacuum-packed for extended shelf life while retaining natural flavor. Vacuum packing does not alter their classification as dried shelled chestnuts under this tariff item.
Organic Shelled Chestnuts
Certified organic shelled chestnuts (Castanea spp.), grown without synthetic pesticides and shelled post-harvest. Organic status does not affect classification; they remain shelled chestnuts under this tariff item.
Shelled Italian Chestnuts
Fresh shelled chestnuts from Castanea sativa, with the outer shell removed but pellicle intact, commonly used in holiday roasting. These are fresh shelled chestnuts, directly covered by this tariff item for Castanea spp.
Shelled Roasted-Ready Chestnuts
Shelled chestnuts prepared for home roasting, blanched but uncooked, from European varieties. Blanching without cooking or preservation keeps them in the fresh or dried state, so they fall under this tariff item.
Vacuum-Packed Shelled Chestnuts
Shelled chestnuts packed under vacuum to maintain freshness without preservatives. Vacuum packaging does not affect classification; they remain shelled chestnuts under this tariff item.