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PLU 94940

Organic
Pistachio

"Nutritious and Delicious Snack"

A type of edible seed belonging to a tree species commonly known as P. vera, where kernels are encased in hard nutshell with vibrant, crunchy interior.

Also known as

Pistachio nut, Pistacia

Botanical name

Pistacia vera

Pistachio illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

94940

5-digit code

Category

Nuts

Pistachio › All Sizes

Origin

Middle East and Mediterranean regions, now cultivated in the United States, Iran, and Turkey

Temperature

20°C (68°F)

Shelf Life

up to 1 year

Status

Approved

About Pistachio

Rich source of vitamin B6, dietary fiber, magnesium and protein. Typically consumed roasted and salted.

Nutrition Information

Pistachios are a nutrient-dense snack rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. One 100-gram serving of pistachios provides approximately 559 calories, with a breakdown of 20 grams of protein, 46 grams of fat, and 28 grams of carbohydrates. Fiber content is around 10 grams.

Pistachios are a good source of minerals such as copper, phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium. Vitamin B6 is also present in significant amounts, and pistachios are rich in vitamin E.

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for dried pistachio nuts. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.

Temperature

20°C (68°F)

Humidity

65-70%

Packaging

Airtight containers or polyethylene-lined packaging

Shelf Life

up to 1 year

Storage Notes: Keep dried pistachios at low humidity with no standing water, because mold (including aflatoxin-producing Aspergillus) is the main storage threat and high humidity spoils kernel crispness. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).

Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 772-776.

Applies to: dried pistachio nuts.

Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).

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4940PistachioPistacia veraAll SizesNutsPistachio

Details

Commodity Keypistachio
VarietyRed
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedOctober 2026

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code

83000 series: Future conventional assignments

84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments

Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance

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