0802 - Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled:
Sub-classifications
Overview
This HTS category, 0802, encompasses a broad range of "other nuts" that are presented either in their fresh state or dried. Crucially, this classification applies regardless of whether the nuts have been shelled or peeled. The scope is intended for edible nuts that do not fit into more specific categories within Chapter 8, which primarily deals with edible fruits and nuts.
Unlike the preceding categories in Chapter 8 (such as fresh or dried fruits), 0802 specifically targets items commonly recognized as nuts, characterized by their hard shells enclosing an edible kernel. It is important to differentiate this category from commodities that may be nut-like in appearance but are botanically distinct or serve different primary purposes, as well as from processed nut products which would fall under different HTS headings.
The subcategories within 0802 provide further granularity for classification based on specific types of nuts. These include commonly traded varieties such as almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, chestnuts, pistachios, and macadamia nuts. A residual "Other" category exists to accommodate edible nuts not explicitly listed, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all such commodities within this HTS heading.