Korean Shelled Pine Nuts
Shelled pine nuts harvested from Pinus koraiensis trees in Korea, dried and ready for gourmet applications. Falls under HTS 0802.92.90.00 as non-organic certified shelled pine nuts, distinguished from European varieties by larger size.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If certified organic per USDA NOP standards
Organic certified pine nuts shift to the dedicated statistical reporting number within the same heading.
If used as seeds for planting rather than food
Pine nuts sold for propagation fall under miscellaneous seeds, not edible nuts.
If preserved in brine or sulfur solution for transport
Chapter note specifies provisional preservation treatments move to heading 0812 if unsuitable for immediate consumption.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Korean pine nuts often require methyl bromide fumigation certificates; verify treatment compliance before shipment
• Test for aflatoxin levels as Asian pine nuts have higher risk; labs must certify below FDA action levels
• Label moisture content (typically under 7%) to prevent mold claims during transit
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