Asparagus Beans Yard-Long Variety
Fresh asparagus beans, the common name for yard-long beans (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis), with pods reaching up to 3 feet long when mature. HTS 0708.20.20.05 covers these chilled, unshelled cowpeas of Vigna spp. Used extensively in Thai and Indian dishes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If preserved by sulfur dioxide for transport
Provisional preservation treatments place them in 0711 if not suitable for immediate eating.
If Phaseolus spp. cowpeas
Distinction by species: Phaseolus cowpeas use 0708.20.10; Vigna uses 0708.20.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include botanical identification (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis) on invoices to match statistical suffix .05
• Inspect for pests like pod borers common in Asian exports before shipping
• Calculate duties based on net weight excluding packaging to avoid overpayment
Related Products under HTS 0708.20.20.05
Fresh Yard-Long Beans
Long, slender green pods of Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis, also known as yard-long beans or asparagus beans, harvested fresh for culinary use in Asian stir-fries and salads. These unshelled leguminous vegetables fall under HTS 0708.20.20.05 as fresh or chilled cowpeas excluding black-eye peas. They are prized for their crisp texture and mild flavor when young.
Chilled Chinese Long Beans
Chilled yard-long beans (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis), commonly called Chinese long beans, packed in ventilated crates for export to ethnic markets. Classified under HTS 0708.20.20.05 as fresh or chilled unshelled cowpeas. Ideal for quick cooking to retain their snappy texture.
Organic Yard-Long Beans Fresh
Certified organic fresh yard-long beans (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis) grown without synthetic pesticides, sourced from sustainable farms in Southeast Asia. These unshelled pods are under HTS 0708.20.20.05 for fresh leguminous vegetables. Popular in vegan and health-focused cuisine.