Chilled Black Chickpeas (Kala Chana) from Japan
Chilled black chickpeas, known as Kala Chana, are a Desi variety with dark skins, kept fresh or chilled for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0708.90.05.00 as fresh/chilled chickpeas regardless of color variation.
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
• Specify varietal name in entry summary to match statistical breaks
• Use insulated packaging to maintain chill through transit
• Avoid over-maturity, which could be seen as dried precursors