Fresh Cranberry Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris var. borlotti) from Germany
Fresh or chilled pods of cranberry beans from Phaseolus spp., featuring cream-colored pods with red streaks, shelled or unshelled. Classified under HTS 0708.20.90.60 as other Phaseolus beans not fitting scarlett runner, lima, or cowpea categories. Popular in Italian and Mexican dishes for their creamy texture.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed variety documentation; cranberry beans often mistaken for limas, risking reclassification
• Comply with USDA APHIS import permits for Phaseolus spp. to ensure pest-free status
• Avoid bulk packaging that implies processing; retail-ready chilled packs maintain fresh classification