CSMS #51229320 - Processed Pistachio HTS Code

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CSMS #51229320 - Processed Pistachio HTS Code

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is providing clarification on the sampling requirement for imported shelled and inshell pistachios. Only raw and blanched imported pistachios are to be sampled and tested for aflatoxin. The AMS, Market Development Division (MDD) only monitors the aflatoxin sampling and testing of raw and blanched, shelled and inshelled pistachios under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes 0802.52.0000 and 0802.51.0000. These products will be filed under the MO5 message set. The requirement applies to any handler who handles 5,000 pounds or more of dried pistachios during the pistachio fiscal year (from September 1 to August 31 annually) and the level of aflatoxin must not exceed 15 parts per billion in any lot. USDA or USDA-approved laboratories accredited by the AMS, Science and Technology Program will test the aflatoxin levels for imported raw and blanched, shelled and inshell pistachios and will send the results to MDD in addition to the importer. If you are importing other processed pistachios, please use the HTS code 2008.19.3020 to expedite the release process and reduce unnecessary burdens on the Importers of Record for the loads.

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