Fresh Yardlong Cowpeas Alternative from China
Long-podded yardlong cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis), non-black-eye, fresh from Asian farms. Though sometimes debated, classified under HTS 0708.20.20 as cowpeas, fresh unshelled. Used in stir-fries when young.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Botanical confirmation required for yardlong vs. true yardlong beans (0708.20.81)
• Declare pod length/variety to distinguish subtypes