Organic Shelled Black-Eye Peas Preserved from China
Organic Shelled Black-Eye Peas Preserved are certified organic black-eye cowpeas, shelled and preserved in organic brine without vinegar or freezing. The preservation method—heat treatment in brine—places them in heading 20.05 as vegetables prepared otherwise than by vinegar, and since they are not red bean paste, they fall under 'other' in subheading 2005.51. This product appeals to importers targeting the organic food market in Canada.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain an organic certification recognized by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to support marketing claims and avoid delays
• Confirm the brine contains no vinegar or acetic acid, as that would change classification
• Declare the product as 'organic black-eye peas, shelled, preserved in brine' on customs documentation for accurate processing