Fresh Snow Peas
Fresh snow peas (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) are immature pea pods harvested while flat and tender, with undeveloped peas inside. They are classified under HTS 0708.10.40.20 as unshelled peas of the snow pea variety, fresh or chilled, fitting Chapter 7 for edible vegetables.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shelled
Shelled peas, even snow pea variety, fall under a separate subheading for peas without pods.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water
Treated solely for transport preservation while unsuitable for immediate consumption moves to heading 0711.
If dried
Dried leguminous vegetables are excluded from fresh/chilled Chapter 7 and classified in Chapter 71.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify peas are fresh or chilled and unshelled to avoid reclassification; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country; inspect for pests as snow peas are highly perishable
Related Products under HTS 0708.10.40.20
Chilled Snow Pea Pods
Chilled snow pea pods are harvested immature, keeping the entire edible pod intact for stir-fries and salads. HTS 0708.10.40.20 covers these unshelled Pisum sativum snow peas in fresh or chilled state, distinct from mature or shelled peas.
Organic Snow Peas Fresh
Certified organic snow peas are grown without synthetic pesticides, harvested fresh with pods for premium markets. They qualify under HTS 0708.10.40.20 as fresh/ chilled unshelled snow peas per statistical notes on organic standards.
Baby Snow Peas Bunch
Baby snow peas are smaller, more tender pods harvested early, sold in retail bunches while fresh or chilled. Classified as snow peas under HTS 0708.10.40.20 due to variety and unshelled form, ideal for gourmet salads.
Farm-Fresh Snow Peas
Farm-fresh snow peas straight from fields, packed chilled in bulk for export with intact edible pods. HTS 0708.10.40.20 applies to these unshelled fresh/chilled peas of the snow variety per Chapter 7 notes.
Hydroponic Snow Peas
Hydroponically grown snow peas yield clean, pesticide-free pods harvested fresh for high-end markets. They remain under HTS 0708.10.40.20 as standard fresh/chilled unshelled snow peas regardless of growing method.