Fresh Shelled Chickpeas from Japan
Fresh shelled chickpeas are removed from pods immediately after harvest and chilled to preserve tenderness. HTS 0708.90.05.00 covers both shelled and unshelled fresh/chilled chickpeas as leguminous vegetables.
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
• Document shelling process to confirm no preservation treatments applied
• Inspect for moisture content to differentiate from provisionally preserved
• Pair with fumigation certs if required for shelled produce