Chilled Purple Hull Peas Unshelled from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Genetic testing may be needed for borderline pea/cowpea ID
• Color photos on invoices help
• Southern US markets drive demand