Frozen Green Peas from China
Frozen green peas (Pisum sativum) are shelled leguminous vegetables that have been blanched and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. They fall under HTS 0710.21.40.00 as frozen peas, neither certified organic nor otherwise specified, suitable for cooking after thawing. This classification applies to standard retail packs of immature peas harvested before full maturity.
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
• Verify peas are Pisum sativum and frozen without additives exceeding preservation limits; provide blanching certificates if requested
• Ensure country-of-origin labeling complies with FDA food safety standards
• Watch for misclassification as fresh peas under 0708