Fresh Snake Beans (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis) from China
Extremely long, thin fresh or chilled pods of snake beans from Vigna spp., averaging 12-18 inches, used whole in curries. HTS 0708.20.90.60 covers these as other cowpea-type beans, shelled or unshelled. Common in Southeast Asian markets for their crisp texture.
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
• Use refrigerated containers strictly; warming above 10°C risks frozen or dried reclassification
• Document as Vigna unguiculata to avoid cowpea subheading confusion