Fresh Fava Bean Pods from Germany
Young fava bean pods (Vicia faba) imported unshelled, fresh or chilled, where entire pod is edible when immature. HTS 0708.90.40.00 applies as other leguminous vegetables, not the mature shelled broad beans.
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%
Import Tips
• Specify 'immature pods for whole consumption' on paperwork to justify unshelled 'other' status
• Test pod tenderness during customs; tough pods may reclassify as mature beans
• Pair with residue analysis if organic claims made