Fresh Shelled Chickpeas from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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