Fresh Peruvian Lima Beans in Pods from China
Peruvian variety lima beans still in their green pods, freshly harvested and chilled. Entered under HTS 0708.20.10.00 during November-May for these Phaseolus spp. leguminous vegetables, unshelled.
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
• Ensure pods remain intact and beans viable—damaged pods may be deemed unfit and reclassified
• Obtain import permits for legumes from USDA APHIS if from regions with pest risks like bean pod borers
• Label clearly as 'lima beans, Phaseolus spp.' to avoid confusion with cowpeas or other vigna species