Fresh Garden Peas

Fresh garden peas (Pisum sativum) are small, tender peas harvested in their pods during the summer months from July 1 to September 30. They are classified under HTS 0708.10.20.60 as shelled or unshelled leguminous vegetables, fresh or chilled, entered seasonally when domestic supply is low.

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.

0708.10.40Same rate: 35%

If entered October 1 to June 30

Seasonal entry period changes the statistical suffix, affecting duty rates for the same fresh/chilled peas.

0710.10.00.00Higher: 49% vs 35%

If frozen

Frozen peas shift to Chapter 07 heading for frozen vegetables, regardless of season.

0713.10.20.00Same rate: 35%

If dried

Dried peas are classified under heading 0713 for dried leguminous vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify entry date falls between July 1 and September 30 to qualify for this code; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin

Ensure peas remain fresh/chilled and unsuitable for immediate consumption if preserved minimally

Avoid misclassification by confirming not frozen (0710) or dried (0713)