Frozen Field Peas from China
Frozen field peas (Pisum sativum arvense) are mature shelled peas frozen for use in stews and casseroles. Classified in HTS 0710.21.40.00 as other frozen peas, they are tougher than garden varieties. Preservation is achieved through boiling or steaming prior to freezing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Botanical confirmation essential to distinguish from lentils; cold storage at -20°C mandatory
• Label cooking instructions to affirm not ready-to-eat
• Common error: declaring as soup peas