Organic Yard-Long Beans Fresh from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide USDA organic equivalence certificate or NOP import certificate per General Statistical Note 6
• Segregate organic from conventional beans in shipments to avoid cross-contamination claims
• Test for pesticide residues as organic claims heighten scrutiny during inspections