Chilled Purple Hull Peas Unshelled from Japan
Purple-hulled cowpeas sometimes classified as Pisum sativum variants, fresh/chilled unshelled. HTS 0708.10.20 applies July-September for pea imports. Pods have distinctive purple color.
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
• Genetic testing may be needed for borderline pea/cowpea ID
• Color photos on invoices help
• Southern US markets drive demand