Shelled Italian Pignolia Pine Nuts
Premium shelled pignolia pine nuts harvested from Pinus pinea trees in Italy, dried and ready for culinary use in pesto and baking. Classified under HTS 0802.92.10.00 as shelled pine nuts (pignolia), which are fresh or dried nuts with the shells removed. These nuts maintain their natural flavor and oil content, distinguishing them from unshelled varieties.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | ā | Free |
| 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 sold unshelled
Unshelled pine nuts fall under the broader 'other' category for unshelled nuts in the same heading.
If roasted or otherwise prepared
Roasting or flavoring moves them from fresh/dried nuts to prepared nuts in Chapter 20.
If preserved in brine or sulfur solution for transport
Preservation treatments for provisional storage classify under heading 0812, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify supplier certificates confirming the nuts are shelled pignolia from Pinus pinea to avoid misclassification as other nuts
ā¢ Ensure phytosanitary certificates are included to meet USDA import requirements for tree nuts, preventing quarantine delays
ā¢ Label packages with country of origin and net weight accurately, as pignolia often commands premium duties
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Bulk Shelled Pignolia Pine Nuts for Processing
Industrial-grade shelled pignolia pine nuts in bulk packaging, fresh or dried, intended for further processing into oils or pastes. Under HTS 0802.92.10.00 as shelled pignolia, not 'for processing' like certain strawberries in statistical notes. Sold loose in large totes without retail packaging.
Turkish Shelled Pignolia Pine Nuts
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