0708.20.90/Fresh Shelled Lima Beans/Germany

Fresh Shelled Lima Beans from Germany

Fresh or chilled shelled lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus) have seeds removed from pods, ready for cooking. Under HTS 0708.20.90 as other Phaseolus spp. beans, fresh/chilled. Larger than baby limas, used in succotash and soups.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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Import Tips

• Document shelling process to confirm fresh state, not preserved (avoid 0711 confusion)

• Phytosanitary inspections critical for shelled beans to check for pests in seeds