Retort Pouch Black-Eye Peas
Shelled black-eye cowpeas preserved in flexible retort pouches through heat sterilization, without vinegar or freezing. The product is shelf-stable and convenient, fitting the 'Other' category for shelled beans prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8% | — | 8% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pouch product is a paste for food manufacturing.
Red bean paste for manufacturing is covered by this sibling item.
If the pouch includes other ingredients like sauces or vegetables that change the essential character.
Other prepared vegetables would apply if the cowpeas are not dominant.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the retort process uses heat without vinegar, as required by chapter note 3
• Verify the beans are shelled and not frozen
• Provide packaging specifications to customs to confirm the preservation method
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