Fresh Shelled Cowpeas from Japan
Freshly shelled cowpeas from Phaseolus spp., chilled immediately post-harvest for extended shelf life. HTS 0708.20.2010 covers shelled or unshelled cowpeas other than black-eye peas as fresh/chilled leguminous vegetables.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide shelling date and phytosanitary certificate to confirm fresh status
• Ensure no dehydration; moisture content documentation avoids dried classification