Pickled Lima Beans
Pickled Lima Beans are large lima beans preserved in a vinegar or acetic acid solution, typically jarred for retail sale. They are classified under tariff item 2001.90.90 as 'other' vegetables prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, not elsewhere specified. This product is commonly used in relishes or as a side dish.
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 beans are not preserved by vinegar but by other methods (e.g., heat processing)
Beans prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid fall under heading 20.05.
If the beans are dried, not prepared or preserved
Dried beans are classified in Chapter 7, not Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is preserved primarily by vinegar or acetic acid, not by other methods like canning in water, to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the exact net weight and packaging type (e.g
• jars) on customs documents
• Verify that the beans are not mixed with meat or fish, which would shift classification to Chapter 16
Related Products under Tariff item 2001.90.90
5kg Drum Capers in Vinegar Brine
Capers, the pickled flower buds of the Capparis spinosa plant, preserved in a vinegar brine and packed in 5 kg plastic drums for commercial food service use. The bulk packaging and vinegar preservation method place this product under tariff item 2001.90.90 as 'other' vegetables prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid.
Acetic Acid Marinated Nopalitos
Acetic Acid Marinated Nopalitos are nopal cactus segments preserved primarily with acetic acid and vinegar, often with spices, in resealable pouches. They are classified under tariff item 2001.90.90 as 'other' vegetables prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. The product is a ready-to-use culinary ingredient for salads or tacos.
Bulk Capote Capers Acetic Pickled
Capote-sized capers pickled in acetic acid, packed in immediate containers exceeding 3.4 kg for wholesale distribution. These are flower buds of the caper plant preserved by acetic acid, qualifying as 'other' vegetables under tariff item 2001.90.90.
Bulk Pickled Capers in Brine
Large jars of capers preserved in vinegar or acetic acid brine, packed in immediate containers holding more than 3.4 kg, suitable for food service or wholesale use. These capers are flower buds preserved by vinegar, falling under tariff item 2001.90.90 as 'other' vegetables.
Capers in Vinegar Brine
Capers, the pickled flower buds of the Capparis spinosa plant, preserved in a vinegar or acetic acid solution. This product is not of the Malta type and is classified under tariff item 2001.90.90 as 'other' vegetables prepared or preserved by vinegar.
Commercial Capers in Acetic Acid Solution
Industrial-sized containers of capers preserved in a vinegar-acetic acid solution, each holding over 3.4 kg for restaurant or processing use. The capers are flower buds of the caper bush, preserved by acetic acid, and are classified under tariff item 2001.90.90 as 'other' vegetables.