Chinese Snow Peas from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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