Fresh Fordhook Lima Beans from China
Fordhook lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus) are large, buttery lima beans harvested fresh and chilled for market. They are classified under HTS 0708.20.10.00 when imported from November 1 to May 31, as shelled or unshelled leguminous vegetables of the Phaseolus species, fresh or chilled.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls within November 1 to May 31 to qualify under this HTS code; off-season imports shift to other subheadings
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming beans are fresh/chilled and free from pests/diseases common to leguminous vegetables
• Declare shelled vs unshelled status accurately, as misclassification can lead to duty reassessment