Chilled Black Chickpeas (Kala Chana)
Chilled black chickpeas, also known as Kala Chana, are a Desi variety of chickpea with dark, speckled skins. They are kept fresh or chilled after harvest to preserve their texture and are used in a variety of culinary dishes. As leguminous vegetables, they fall under tariff item 0708.90.00 for other leguminous vegetables.
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 chickpeas are dried, shelled, and not fresh or chilled
Dried leguminous vegetables are classified under heading 07.13, not 07.08.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the chickpeas are properly chilled and not dried, as dried chickpeas fall under a different heading (0713)
• Keep documentation of the product's fresh or chilled state at the time of import
• Verify with the CBSA that the goods are not considered provisionally preserved, which would change classification
Related Products under Tariff item 0708.90.00
Chilled Desi Chickpeas
Chilled Desi chickpeas are small, dark green to black legumes that are harvested and kept fresh or chilled for short-term storage. They are unshelled leguminous vegetables, fitting the description of other leguminous vegetables. These chickpeas are commonly used in South Asian cuisine and retain their freshness through cold storage.
Chilled Organic Green Lentils
Certified organic fresh green lentils are grown without synthetic pesticides and chilled for preservation. They are leguminous vegetables in a fresh or chilled state, falling under other leguminous vegetables. These lentils are ideal for health-conscious consumers and are used in soups and salads.
Chilled Puy Lentils
Puy lentils, a premium French variety with slate-green color, are harvested fresh or chilled for gourmet use. They are leguminous vegetables in a fresh or chilled state, fitting the classification of other leguminous vegetables. Their firm texture holds up well in cooking, making them popular in gourmet dishes.
Chilled Spanish Garbanzos
Chilled Spanish garbanzos are premium large Kabuli chickpeas grown in Mediterranean climates, packed fresh in chilled crates. They are leguminous vegetables kept in a fresh or chilled state, making them classifiable under other leguminous vegetables. Their large size and light color distinguish them from other chickpea varieties.
Chilled Whole Green Lentils Unshelled
Unshelled fresh green lentils in their pods, chilled immediately after harvest, are classified under other leguminous vegetables. This form preserves natural moisture for premium markets. They are leguminous vegetables in a fresh or chilled state, fitting the classification of other leguminous vegetables.
Chilled Whole Pod Chickpeas
Chilled whole pod chickpeas are fresh-picked chickpeas with intact pods, cooled for premium markets. As unshelled leguminous vegetables in a fresh or chilled state, they fall under tariff item 0708.90.00. The intact pods preserve the peas' freshness and are often used in gourmet dishes.