Fresh Green Peas (Pisum sativum)
Fresh green peas, shelled and chilled, from the Pisum sativum plant, commonly used in salads and side dishes. They fall under HTS 0708.10.40 as 'other' peas that are fresh or chilled, not specifically snow peas or sugar snap peas. Unsuitable for immediate consumption if still in pods but preserved only for transport.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried
Dried peas shift to Chapter 71 for dried leguminous vegetables, no longer fresh or chilled.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water
Preservation for transport moves to heading 0711, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If snow peas (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum)
Specific variety of snow peas has its own subheading within 0708.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify peas are fresh or chilled (not frozen) and belong to Pisum sativum; provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates
• Ensure compliance with USDA import regulations for fresh vegetables to avoid quarantine issues
• Label accurately as 'other' peas, distinguishing from snow or snap varieties to prevent misclassification
Related Products under HTS 0708.10.40
Chilled Garden Peas Pods
Un-shelled garden peas in pods, fresh or chilled, ideal for home cooking. Classified under HTS 0708.10.40 as 'other' peas, excluding podded varieties like snow or snap peas. They are leguminous vegetables preserved only for short-term storage.
Fresh English Peas Shelled
Shelled fresh English peas (Pisum sativum), vibrant green and ready for steaming or stir-frying. HTS 0708.10.40 covers these as 'other' fresh or chilled peas, distinct from pod varieties. Primarily imported for retail fresh produce markets.
Chilled Marrowfat Peas
Large-seeded chilled marrowfat peas (Pisum sativum), unshelled, used in traditional British dishes. Falls under 'other' in HTS 0708.10.40 for fresh/chilled leguminous peas. Not dried or preserved beyond chilling.
Fresh Petit Pois
Small, tender fresh petit pois peas, shelled and chilled, a gourmet variety of Pisum sativum. Classified in HTS 0708.10.40 as other peas, fresh or chilled for culinary use. High-value import for specialty markets.
Chilled Field Peas Unshelled
Un-shelled chilled field peas (Pisum sativum), harvested fresh for Southern cuisine. HTS 0708.10.40 applies to these 'other' fresh/chilled peas, not specified elsewhere. Suitable for shelling post-import.