Chestnuts in shell imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $16.0 million of chestnuts in shell in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 121 countries. Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16.0M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $14.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $12.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $12.7M | 3.5K t |
Where the United States imports chestnuts in shell from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $9.4M | 59% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.4M | 15% |
| South Korea | $1.8M | 11% |
| China | $1.3M | 8.3% |
| Portugal | $574K | 3.6% |
| Chile | $236K | 1.5% |
| Greece | $120K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $84K | 0.5% |
| France | $39K | 0.2% |
| India | $26K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.73 per kg, close to the world average of $2.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chestnuts in shell exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported chestnuts in shell worth $584 thousand (104 tonnes). Most of it went to Montenegro (32%), Mexico (25%), Italy (23%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Montenegro | $187K | 32% |
| Mexico | $146K | 25% |
| Italy | $133K | 23% |
| Ireland | $52K | 8.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $22K | 3.8% |
| Bermuda | $21K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $14K | 2.5% |
| Cayman Isds | $5K | 0.8% |
| Bahamas | $2K | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0802.41: Nuts, edible: chestnuts (Castanea spp.), fresh or dried, in shell.
Common questions
What is the value of chestnuts in shell imported by the United States?
The United States imported chestnuts in shell worth $16.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 121 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply chestnuts in shell to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (15%) and South Korea (11%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of chestnuts in shell per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.73 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $2.60 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of chestnuts in shell to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.7 million in 2017 to $16.0 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export chestnuts in shell?
Yes. The United States exported $584 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Montenegro, Mexico and Italy. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $15.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for chestnuts in shell?
The HS code for chestnuts in shell is subheading 0802.41. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0802 page.
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