0802.11.00.00 - In shell

This HTS classification, 0802.11.00.00, specifically covers almonds that are presented in their natural shell. This means the product consists of whole almonds still encased in their hard outer shell. This category is distinct from other classifications within Chapter 8 that deal with nuts and fruits, focusing solely on the state of the almond before the shell is removed.

The key differentiating factor for this classification is the presence of the almond shell. Unlike its sibling category, 0802.12.00, which pertains to shelled almonds, this code is exclusively for almonds where the shell remains intact. This distinction is crucial for customs purposes, as it reflects a different stage of processing and potentially different market uses and trade regulations.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories branching from 0802.11.00.00. Therefore, the scope is precisely defined as in-shell almonds. When classifying goods, practitioners should verify that the almonds are indeed presented with their shells attached, excluding any that have undergone shelling or peeling processes, which would fall under a different HTS code.