Frozen Shelled Chickpeas
Frozen shelled chickpeas, steamed or boiled prior to freezing, are leguminous vegetables preserved by freezing. They are classified under tariff item 0710.29.00 as 'Other' frozen leguminous vegetables, since they are not specifically named in other headings of chapter 07.
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 chickpeas are dried instead of frozen
Dried leguminous vegetables fall under heading 07.13.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the chickpeas are frozen at the time of importation and have been cooked only by steaming or boiling
• Use the correct HS code 0710.29.00 on the Canada Customs Invoice
• Be aware of potential anti-dumping measures on certain legume imports
Related Products under Tariff item 0710.29.00
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.
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.
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 Kabuli Chickpeas
Frozen Kabuli chickpeas, shelled and boiled before freezing, are a variety of chickpea (Cicer arietinum). As frozen leguminous vegetables, they fall under tariff item 0710.29.00, which covers 'Other' frozen leguminous vegetables not elsewhere specified.
Frozen Masoor Dal Lentils
Frozen masoor dal lentils, red split lentils boiled and frozen, are shelled leguminous vegetables. They are classified under tariff item 0710.29.00 as 'Other' frozen leguminous vegetables, commonly used in South Asian cuisine.