Organic Fresh In-Shell Chestnuts
Certified organic Castanea spp. chestnuts grown without synthetic pesticides, sold fresh in-shell. HTS 0802.41.00.00 applies to all in-shell chestnuts; organic status noted via General Statistical Note 6 for reporting.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | ā | Free |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | ā | Free |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | ā | Free |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | ā | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If organic and shelled
Organic shelled chestnuts have statistical breakout for tracking certified organic imports.
If certified organic and processed
Prepared organic nuts shift to Chapter 20 with organic statistical suffixes.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Provide USDA NOP or EU organic certificate; use approved standards from General Statistical Note 6
ā¢ Segregate organic from conventional lots during transit to prevent cross-contamination claims
ā¢ Document soil tests and harvest logs; customs may audit organic claims during entry
Related Products under HTS 0802.41.00.00
Fresh In-Shell Chinese Chestnuts
Fresh chestnuts from Castanea mollissima harvested in season and sold in their natural brown shells. These nuts are classified under HTS 0802.41.00.00 as fresh or dried chestnuts in shell, retaining their outer husk for protection during transport.
Dried In-Shell American Chestnuts
Dried chestnuts from Castanea dentata varieties, naturally air-dried while still in shell to extend shelf life. HTS 0802.41.00.00 covers both fresh and dried in-shell chestnuts as other nuts, excluding those prepared for immediate consumption.
Fresh In-Shell European Sweet Chestnuts
Premium fresh Castanea sativa chestnuts from Italy or Spain, packed in-shell for holiday markets. These qualify under 0802.41.00.00 as in-shell chestnuts, fresh or dried, distinct from processed or peeled forms.
Dried In-Shell Japanese Chestnuts
Air-dried Castanea crenata chestnuts from Japan, valued for their smaller size and in-shell integrity. Classified in HTS 0802.41.00.00 for all in-shell chestnuts, whether fresh or dried, prior to peeling.
Holiday Pack In-Shell Roasted Chestnuts
Lightly roasted but unpeeled chestnuts packaged for winter sales, still in intact shells. While borderline, if not fully cooked for consumption they remain under 0802.41.00.00 as dried in-shell nuts.