Chilled Baby Lima Beans
Chilled baby lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus) are small, tender legumes harvested immature and rapidly chilled to preserve freshness. They are classified under tariff item 0708.20.10 as snap beans for processing, as they are intended for further processing rather than direct retail sale.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the beans are not intended for processing but sold directly to consumers
Other snap beans, fresh or chilled, not for processing.
If the beans are shelled and not considered snap beans
Other beans, including shelled lima beans, fresh or chilled.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the beans are clearly marked as 'for processing' on commercial documents to support classification under this tariff item
• Verify that the goods are fresh or chilled, not frozen or dried, as those fall under different headings
• Keep records of the intended processing use in case CBSA requests clarification
Related Products under Tariff item 0708.20.10
Chilled Shelled Fordhook Bush Lima Beans
Chilled shelled Fordhook bush lima beans are shelled Phaseolus lunatus beans, chilled immediately after harvest. They fall under tariff item 0708.20.10 as snap beans for processing, provided they are imported for further processing rather than direct consumption.
Fresh Baby Lima Beans
Fresh baby lima beans are small, immature seeds of Phaseolus lunatus, shelled and fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0708.20.10 as snap beans for processing, given their intended use in further processing.
Fresh Fordhook Lima Beans
Fresh Fordhook lima beans are large, buttery Phaseolus lunatus beans harvested fresh and chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0708.20.10 when imported for processing, as they are snap beans intended for further preparation.
Fresh Henderson Lima Beans
Fresh Henderson lima beans are a high-yield variety of Phaseolus lunatus, imported fresh or chilled. They fall under tariff item 0708.20.10 as snap beans for processing, given their intended use in further processing.
Fresh Peruvian Lima Beans in Pods
Fresh Peruvian lima beans in pods are Phaseolus lunatus beans still in their green pods, freshly harvested and chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0708.20.10 as snap beans for processing, as they are intended for further processing.
Fresh Pole Lima Beans
Fresh pole lima beans are large Phaseolus lunatus beans harvested fresh or chilled, either in pods or shelled. They fall under tariff item 0708.20.10 as snap beans for processing, provided they are imported for further processing.