Fresh Runner Beans

Fresh runner beans (Phaseolus coccineus), with flat pods, are imported fresh or chilled, shelled or unshelled. HTS 0708.20.90 covers these as other Phaseolus spp. beans, distinct from Vigna cowpeas. Used in European and Asian cuisines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0710.22.40Higher: 46.2% vs 35%

If frozen, unshelled

Frozen runner beans remain as frozen beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) under 0710.22.

0713.31.20Same rate: 35%

If dried navy-type beans

Dried small white/navy beans from Phaseolus fall under specific dried bean subheadings.

0603.90.00.00Lower: 21.5% vs 35%

If primarily for ornamental/seed propagation

Cuttings or plants for propagation shift to live plants or flowers in Chapter 6.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide varietal certificates confirming Phaseolus spp. to prevent reclassification

β€’ Maintain cold chain with bills of lading noting chilled transport below 7Β°C

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