Pistachios
Available in in-shell and shelled formats, with clear size classes and USDA specification checkpoints to support quality alignment and procurement discussions.
Available Forms
- Inshell
- Shelled
Grade
- U.S. Fancy
- U.S. Extra No. 1
- U.S. No. 1
1) InShell Pistachios
Size (Count per Ounce)
| Size Class | Specification |
|---|---|
| Colossal | Less than 18 |
| Extra Large | 18/20 |
| Large | 21/25 |
| Medium | 26/30 |
| Small | More than 30 |
InShell USDA Specification
External defects
- Light stained
- Damage by other means
- Total external defects
- Non-split and not split on the suture
- Adhering hull materials
- Undersized
Internal defects
- Damage
- Serious damage (Minor insect or vertebrate injury, Mold, Rancid, Decay)
Other defects
- Shell pieces and blanks
- Foreign materials
- Particles and dust
- Loose kernels
Grade
- U.S. Fancy
- U.S. Extra No. 1
- U.S. No. 1
2) Shelled Pistachios – Whole Kernels
Kernel USDA Specification
- Damage
- Serious Damage
- Foreign Material
- Grade
Grade
- U.S. Fancy
- U.S. Extra No. 1
- U.S. No. 1
3) Shelled Pistachios – Splits
Kernel USDA Specification
- Damage
- Serious Damage
- Foreign Material
- Grade
Grade
- U.S. Fancy
- U.S. Extra No. 1
- U.S. No. 1
4) Shelled Pistachios – Pieces
Kernel USDA Specification
- Damage
- Serious Damage
- Foreign Material
- Grade
Grade
- U.S. Fancy
- U.S. Extra No. 1
- U.S. No. 1
Request a Quote and Specification
Please share your form (in-shell, shelled), size class, grade, spec checkpoints, quantity & packaging, destination, Incoterms, and timeline. We typically reply within 1–2 business days.
