Dried Nectarine Kernels
Dried kernels extracted from nectarine stones (pits), used primarily in culinary applications like baking or as a nutty flavoring in desserts and confections. Classified under HTS 1212.99.20.00 as nectarine stones and kernels, a vegetable product of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unroasted chicory roots are included or misidentified
Chicory roots fall under a separate subheading within 1212.99, changing classification based on specific vegetable product.
If processed into preserves, jams, or mixtures
Prepared fruit products including kernels move to Chapter 20 for preserved fruits, not raw vegetable products.
If used as oilcake residue after oil extraction
Defatted residues from kernel oil pressing are classified as feed residues in heading 2306, not for human consumption.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the product is specifically nectarine kernels and not mixed with other fruit stones to avoid reclassification
• Provide lab analysis confirming low cyanide content if processed for direct consumption, as per food safety regulations
• Label packages clearly with botanical origin and intended use to comply with FDA import requirements
Related Products under HTS 1212.99.20.00
Ground Nectarine Pits
Ground nectarine stones processed into a fine powder for use in health supplements, baking, or as a flour substitute in gluten-free recipes. Falls under HTS 1212.99.20.00 as 'whether or not ground' nectarine stones and kernels primarily for human consumption.
Raw Nectarine Stones
Whole, raw nectarine pits harvested from fruit processing, sold for extraction of kernels or direct use in traditional recipes and beverages. HTS 1212.99.20.00 covers these as nectarine stones and kernels for human consumption, fresh, dried, or ground.
Frozen Nectarine Kernels
Frozen kernels from nectarine pits, preserved to retain freshness for use in smoothies, ice creams, or as toppings in gourmet desserts. Included in HTS 1212.99.20.00 as frozen nectarine stones and kernels primarily for human consumption.
Nectarine Pit Flour
Finely milled flour from dried and ground nectarine pits, utilized in artisan baking, superfood blends, and as a source of amygdalin in alternative health foods. HTS 1212.99.20.00 explicitly includes ground forms of nectarine stones/kernels for human use.