Fresh Green Kabuli Chickpeas from Japan
Fresh green Kabuli chickpeas are large, beige-colored legumes harvested young and chilled for market sale. They are unshelled or lightly shelled and remain fresh, classifying under HTS 0708.90.05.00 as fresh or chilled chickpeas, a leguminous vegetable.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify freshness via phytosanitary certificates to confirm chilled state and avoid reclassification as dried
• Declare exact variety (e.g
• Kabuli vs Desi) for accurate statistical reporting
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper cooling leading to spoilage claims at customs