Chilled Red Cowpeas Unshelled from Japan
Red cowpea pods, fresh harvested and rapidly chilled, excluding black-eye types, for premium ethnic grocers. HTS 0708.20.20 applies to these unshelled Vigna spp. beans, fresh or chilled. Known for vibrant color and nutty flavor.
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
• Use refrigerated containers with temperature logs to prove chilled (not frozen) condition
• Separate from black-eye peas in shipments to avoid commingling penalties
• Check for organic certification if claimed, per General Note 6 standards