Chinese Snow Peas

Chinese snow peas, a slender variety of Pisum sativum with nearly empty flat pods, are imported fresh or chilled during July-September. They qualify for HTS 0708.10.20.20 as seasonal snow peas, unshelled.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0708.10Same rate: 35%

If entered as green peas but not snow type

Distinguishes from round green peas; snow peas specifically seasonal.

0712.90.30.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen

Frozen snow peas are provisionally preserved and move to heading 0712.

0708.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If beans with edible pods

If variety borders on edible-podded beans, could shift to other leguminous veggies.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use botanical confirmation (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) to avoid confusion with similar Asian greens

Ensure pods are tender and immature; overmature peas may be reclassified

Comply with FDA prior notice for fresh produce imports