Parameter       Specification Product Name              California Pistachio (Pistacia vera L.) Common Trade Name             California Pista / CHIO Origin  USA – California Crop Year         Latest / As Agreed Type     In-Shell / Shelled (as agreed) Grade  U.S. Fancy / U.S. Extra No.1 / U.S. No.1 (as agreed) Size (In-Shell) ≥ 30/64 inch diameter Kernel Style (Shelled)               Whole Kernels / Splits / Pieces Whole Kernel Ratio    Min. 80% (for whole grade) Shell Opening (In-Shell)         Naturally split, well opened Color   Natural cream shell, green kernel Taste & Odor  Fresh, nutty, free from off-odors Moisture Content       Max. 6.0% Foreign Matter               Nil Defective / Damaged               Max. 2–3% (grade dependent) Insect Damage            Max. 1% Mold / Rancid               Nil Aflatoxin (Total)            Max. 15 ppb (USA) / ≤10 ppb (EU, if required) Aflatoxin B1    Max. 8 ppb (EU markets) Packaging       10 kg / 25 lbs vacuum or MAP bags in cartons Shelf Life          12 months under recommended storage Storage Conditions   Cool, dry place, away from sunlight Intended Use Direct consumption, bakery, confectionery Compliance   USDA / FDA / Destination country regulations