Organic Yard-Long Beans Fresh from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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