Frozen Petite Peas from Mexico
Frozen petite peas are small, tender Pisum sativum peas harvested young, blanched, and individually frozen. They enter under HTS 0710.21.20.00 during July-September as premium frozen leguminous vegetables. Prized for delicate flavor in gourmet applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document pea size (<7mm diameter) distinguishing from standard garden peas
• Invoice must specify 100% Pisum sativum; admixtures trigger 0710.80
• Maintain -18°C chain of cold to validate frozen state at entry