Shelled Pignoli Nuts from China
Shelled pignoli nuts, also known as pine nuts, are the edible seeds of pine trees, prepared by shelling and ready for consumption. They fall under HTS 2008.19.30 as preserved nuts, specifically pignolia, without further processing like roasting or mixing. These nuts are commonly used in pesto and baking.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify country of origin as some pine nuts may be subject to additional quotas or anti-dumping duties from China
• Ensure aflatoxin testing certificates are included in documentation to meet FDA food safety standards
• Label packages with nut allergen warnings to comply with US import labeling requirements