Fresh California Black Cowpeas Pods from Japan
California Black cowpeas, a non-black-eye variety with dark seed coats, supplied fresh in pods from West Coast farms. Falls under HTS 0708.20.20 for fresh/chilled cowpeas (Vigna spp.) excluding black-eye peas. Popular in heirloom vegetable markets.
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
• Include variety-specific invoices noting 'California Black - not black-eye' to prevent disputes
• Comply with USDA APHIS import permits for fresh legumes from abroad
• Test for moisture content; excess may lead to 'dried' determination