Fresh Shelled Lima Beans
Fresh shelled lima beans are Phaseolus lunatus beans with seeds removed from pods, fresh or chilled. They fall under tariff item 0708.20.10 as snap beans for processing, when imported for further processing.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shelled beans are for direct consumption
Other beans, fresh or chilled, not for processing.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly indicate the processing use on import documents
• Ensure the beans are fresh or chilled, not frozen
• Keep records of the processing agreement to present to CBSA if needed
Related Products under Tariff item 0708.20.10
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.
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.