Fresh Mung Bean Pods from Japan
Unhulled pods of Vigna radiata, commonly known as mung beans, harvested fresh or chilled for market sale. These fall under HTS 0708.20.90.05 as unshelled beans of the genus Vigna, distinct from Phaseolus species. They are typically used in Asian cuisine for sprouting or cooking whole.
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
• Verify beans are fresh or chilled (not dried or frozen) with temperature logs to avoid reclassification under Chapter 07 exclusions
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming genus Vigna and freedom from pests/quarantine issues common to legumes
• Label accurately as 'unshelled Vigna beans' to prevent misclassification as Phaseolus spp. under other subheadings