Fresh Green Snap Beans
Fresh green snap beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), also known as string beans, are immature pods harvested fresh or chilled for immediate consumption. They fall under tariff item 0708.20.30 as 'Other snap beans' because they are not specifically for processing and are imported outside the seasonal periods covered by other items.
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 beans are specifically for processing (e.g., canning or freezing)
Snap beans for processing are classified under a separate tariff item.
If imported in packages weighing 2.27 kg or less during a specified period
Retail-packaged snap beans may fall under this item during seasonal windows.
If the beans are not snap beans (e.g., other Phaseolus varieties)
Other beans not meeting the definition of snap beans are classified elsewhere.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the beans are fresh or chilled and not processed; they must be classified as snap beans, not for processing
• Verify the import period, as seasonal restrictions may apply under supplementary note 2
• Keep records of the product's origin and variety to support classification
Related Products under Tariff item 0708.20.30
Fresh Haricot Vert French Beans
Fresh haricot vert, slender French green beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), are a premium variety of snap beans, fresh or chilled and unshelled. They fall under tariff item 0708.20.30 as 'Other snap beans' because they are not for processing and are imported outside the seasonal periods specified for other items.
Fresh Yellow Wax Beans
Fresh yellow wax beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are a variety of snap beans with waxy yellow pods, sold fresh or chilled. They fall under tariff item 0708.20.30 as 'Other snap beans' because they are not for processing and are imported outside the seasonal periods covered by other items.