Fresh Snow Peas
Fresh snow peas (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) are flat-podded leguminous vegetables harvested fresh or chilled, with tender, edible pods containing immature seeds. They are classified under tariff item 0708.90.00 as other leguminous vegetables, fresh or chilled, because they are not peas of heading 07.08.10 (which covers shelled peas) and are not dried.
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 peas are shelled (seeds only), not in pods
Shelled peas, fresh or chilled, are classified under heading 07.08.10, while snow peas in pods fall under 0708.90.00.
If the snow peas are frozen, not fresh or chilled
Frozen leguminous vegetables are classified in heading 07.10, not in fresh/chilled provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Snow peas are unshelled and edible-podded, distinguishing them from shelled peas of heading 07.08.10
• Include package weight in duty calculations per supplementary note 1
• Ensure the pods are fresh or chilled and meet CBSA food safety and plant health standards
Related Products under Tariff item 0708.90.00
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