Dried Cowpea Seeds for Sowing
Dried cowpea seeds (Vigna unguiculata), shelled, for sowing black-eyed pea crops. These dried leguminous seeds are intended for agricultural planting and are classified under tariff item 0713.90.00 as 'Other' dried leguminous vegetables, shelled.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a phytosanitary certificate to prove the seeds are pest-free and meet CFIA standards
• Ensure the seeds are clearly labeled as 'for sowing' to avoid reclassification
• Check if a permit is required under the Plant Protection Act before shipping
Related Products under Tariff item 0713.90.00
Dried Adzuki Beans
Small red adzuki beans (Vigna angularis), dried and shelled, are classified as other leguminous vegetables under tariff item 0713.90.00. They are primarily used in Asian desserts after rehydration.
Dried Anasazi Beans
Heritage dried pinto-type beans (Phaseolus vulgaris Anasazi), shelled and dried, classified under tariff item 0713.90.00 as specialty leguminous vegetables. They are not for immediate consumption and require cooking.
Dried Baby Lima Beans
Small-seeded dried Phaseolus lunatus (baby lima beans), shelled for bulk import, enter under tariff item 0713.90.00 as other leguminous vegetables not for immediate consumption.
Dried Black-Eyed Peas (Cowpeas)
Shelled dried black-eyed peas (Vigna unguiculata), a leguminous vegetable dried for long-term storage, enter under tariff item 0713.90.00 as other dried leguminous vegetables. They are hard and require soaking and cooking.
Dried Chickpea Seeds for Sowing
Dried chickpea seeds (Cicer arietinum), shelled and prepared for sowing in field crop production. As dried leguminous vegetables specifically for agricultural planting, they fall under tariff item 0713.90.00 as 'Other' dried leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split.
Dried Fava Beans
Large dried broad beans or fava beans (Vicia faba), shelled and unfit for immediate consumption, fall under tariff item 0713.90.00 as other dried leguminous vegetables. They require cooking before eating.