Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit or melons, including fresh or dried fruit and nuts, and fruit and nuts provisionally preserved but unsuitable for direct consumption. This chapter does not include oil seeds (Chapter 12), roasted coffee substitutes (Chapter 21), or prepared nuts (such as sugar-preserved nuts in Chapter 20). The core characteristic is that the goods are primary agricultural products or simply processed (shelled, dried, etc.), still maintaining their natural properties. Heading 0802 covers other nuts, fresh or dried, including almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, chestnuts, pistachios, macadamia nuts, etc., whether or not shelled. However, it does not include coconuts (0801), cashew nuts (0801), pine nuts (0802.90), or oil nuts of Chapter 12 (such as peanuts, sunflower seeds). Nuts under this heading may be shelled, peeled, dried, etc., but must not be further processed. First 2 digits 08: indicates Chapter 08, edible fruit and nuts; digits 3-4 02: indicates heading 0802, other nuts, fresh or dried; digits 5-6 52: indicates subheading 0802.52, shelled pistachios. Specifically, 0802.5 is the subheading for pistachios, 0802.51 for in-shell pistachios, and 0802.52 for shelled pistachios. Therefore, 080252 precisely points to shelled but not further processed pistachios. The goods are shelled pistachios, belonging to nuts, and have not undergone deep processing such as roasting or seasoning, conforming to the definition of primary agricultural products in Chapter 08. Differences from adjacent codes: in-shell pistachios are classified under 080251; pistachio kernels if roasted or seasoned are classified under 2008; if used for oil purposes, they may be classified under 1202. Therefore, shelled and not deeply processed is the key to classification under 080252.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, should use standard Chinese product name, such as 'shelled pistachios' or 'shelled pistachio nuts'. Method of Production or Preservation: Indicate whether shelled, whether dried, whether roasted, whether seasoned, etc., such as 'shelled, dried, not roasted'. State: Indicate whether in-shell, such as 'shelled'. If in-shell, classified under 080251. Whether for Planting: Declare whether used for planting; for planting and not for planting may involve different regulatory conditions. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in 'None'. Specification: Declare packaging specification, such as '25 kg/bag' or '500 g/bag'. Origin: Declare country (region) of origin, such as 'USA', 'Iran', etc. Ingredient Content: If pure pistachios, can fill 'pistachios 100%'; if mixed nuts, list proportion of each ingredient. Product Name: Shelled Pistachios; Method of Production or Preservation: Shelled, dried, not roasted; State: Shelled; Whether for Planting: Not for planting; Brand: None; Specification: 25 kg/bag; Origin: USA; Ingredient Content: Pistachios 100%. Mistakenly declaring shelled pistachios as in-shell, leading to code 080251. Failure to indicate 'not roasted'; if actually roasted, may be classified under 2008. Ignoring declaration of 'whether for planting', affecting quarantine approval.

The core basis for classification is Chapter 08 of the Import and Export Tariff and subheading notes. Shelled pistachios are nuts and have only undergone simple processing such as shelling and drying, without changing their basic characteristics, so they are classified under 0802.52. If roasted, seasoned, sugar-preserved, or otherwise deeply processed, they are classified under Chapter 20. If used for oil extraction, they are classified under Chapter 12. Attention must also be paid to distinguishing from in-shell pistachios (0802.51). 080251 In-shell pistachios: In-shell pistachios are classified under 080251, shelled under 080252. The core difference is whether the shell is removed. 200819 Other prepared or preserved nuts: Pistachios that have been roasted, seasoned, sugar-preserved, or otherwise deeply processed are classified under 200819, while 080252 is limited to simply shelled and dried. 120230 Pistachios for oil use: If pistachios are used for oil extraction, they are classified under 1202.30, but usually pistachios are not used as oil seeds, and this code is rarely used. 080290 Other fresh or dried nuts: 080290 is a residual subheading, including pine nuts, macadamia nuts, etc., but pistachios have a specific subheading and are not classified here. Are they shelled? Have they been roasted or seasoned? Are they for planting? Are they mixed with other nuts? Are they for oil extraction?

What is the difference in HS codes between shelled pistachios and in-shell pistachios? In-shell pistachios are classified under 080251, shelled pistachios under 080252. Both belong to heading 0802, but different subheadings. When declaring, accurately describe whether in-shell, otherwise it may lead to classification errors and customs delays. If pistachios are roasted, which code should they be classified under? Roasted pistachios have exceeded the scope of simple processing in Chapter 08 and should be classified under Chapter 20, specifically 200819 (other prepared or preserved nuts). If seasoned after roasting, still classified under 200819. The roasting process must be indicated when declaring. What elements need to be declared when importing shelled pistachios? Need to declare product name, method of production or preservation, state (shelled), whether for planting, brand, specification, origin, ingredient content, etc. Among these, the method of production or preservation is crucial and must specify whether roasted, seasoned, etc. How to inquire about the import tax rate for shelled pistachios? Tax rates vary by country, trade agreement, and annual adjustments. It is recommended to query the latest tax rate through the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools, by entering HS code 080252 and country of origin. Does classification under 080252 for shelled pistachios mean they are exempt from tariffs? Not necessarily. Tariffs depend on the country of origin, trade agreements, and specific rates. 080252 only determines classification; whether duty-free depends on relevant free trade agreements (such as China-ASEAN, RCEP, etc.) and the tariff schedule issued by customs. How are shelled pistachios in mixed nuts classified? If pistachios are the main ingredient in mixed nuts and other nuts are only auxiliary, they are usually classified as pistachios; if it is a homogeneous mixture, they may be classified as other nuts. It is recommended to determine based on ingredient proportions and customs classification rules. Are shelled pistachios and pistachio kernels the same code? Yes, shelled pistachios are pistachio kernels, both classified under 080252. However, if pistachio kernels are further processed (such as crushed, ground into powder), they may be classified under Chapter 11 or Chapter 20. What inspection and quarantine procedures are required for importing shelled pistachios? Need to apply for a phytosanitary permit for entry of animals and plants, and comply with China's national food safety standards. When importing, provide official phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country, certificate of origin, etc. Specific procedures can be consulted with local customs.