Bulk Frozen Pigeon Peas
Bulk frozen shelled green pigeon peas in 20kg bags, frozen post-harvest steaming, are leguminous vegetables. They are classified under tariff item 0710.29.00 as 'Other' frozen leguminous vegetables, regardless of the season of entry.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pigeon peas are dried rather than frozen
Dried pigeon peas are classified under heading 07.13.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Seasonal entry does not affect classification under 0710.29.00; use this code for all frozen pigeon peas
• Ensure the peas are shelled and frozen
• Check for any import restrictions on pigeon peas from certain origins
Related Products under Tariff item 0710.29.00
Blanched Frozen Pigeon Peas
Pigeon peas blanched by brief boiling then frozen for extended shelf life are classified under tariff item 0710.29.00. This preparation aligns with heading 07.10 for steamed or boiled frozen vegetables.
Bulk Frozen Boiled Chickpeas
Bulk frozen boiled chickpeas in large tote bags, shelled and cooked by boiling in water before freezing. These are leguminous vegetables of heading 07.10, frozen and prepared only by boiling, making them classifiable under tariff item 0710.29.00 as 'Other' leguminous vegetables.
Frozen Broad Beans Unshelled
Frozen unshelled broad beans (fava beans in pods) are leguminous vegetables frozen whole after blanching to maintain texture and flavor. They are classified under tariff item 0710.29.00 as other frozen leguminous vegetables, unshelled.
Frozen Brown Lentils
Frozen brown lentils, shelled and lightly cooked by steaming or boiling before freezing, are leguminous vegetables. They are classified under tariff item 0710.29.00 as 'Other' frozen leguminous vegetables, since lentils are not specifically named in other headings of chapter 07.
Frozen Green Lentils
Frozen green lentils, shelled and frozen after steaming or boiling, are leguminous vegetables of the species Lens culinaris. They are classified under tariff item 0710.29.00 as 'Other' frozen leguminous vegetables, distinct from dried lentils.
Frozen Green Pigeon Peas
Frozen green pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan) are immature shelled leguminous vegetables preserved by freezing without cooking, entered seasonally from July 1 to September 30. They fall under tariff item 0710.29.00 as frozen leguminous vegetables, other than peas or beans specifically named elsewhere.