Frozen Fordhook Lima Beans
Fordhook lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus) are large, buttery legumes frozen after steaming or boiling, shelled for convenience. They fall under HTS 0710.22.1510 as frozen lima beans (Phaseolus spp.), not reduced in size, and 'other' variety excluding pea beans. These are uncooked or simply cooked by steaming/boiling in water for preservation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried rather than frozen
Dried beans, even if shelled lima beans, classify under Chapter 71 as dried leguminous vegetables, not frozen.
If preserved in brine or sulfur solutions for provisional storage
Heading 0711 covers vegetables preserved solely for transport/storage (unsuitable for immediate consumption), excluding frozen items.
If specifically pea beans (small white navy beans)
Pea beans have a distinct statistical breakout; larger lima varieties like Fordhook fall under 'other'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify beans are Phaseolus spp. (lima) via supplier certificates; misclassification as pea beans shifts to 0710.22.1010
• Provide documentation proving frozen state uses only steaming/boiling (no other cooking); check for pesticide residues per FDA standards
• Avoid pitfalls by confirming not reduced in size—whole beans only; declare country of origin accurately for quota applicability
Related Products under HTS 0710.22.15.00
Frozen Shelled Baby Lima Beans
Small, tender baby lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus), shelled and frozen post-steaming or boiling in water. Classified in HTS 0710.22.1510 as 'other' frozen lima beans, not reduced in size, distinct from pea beans. Ideal for quick cooking in soups or sides.
IQF Frozen Butter Lima Beans
Individually quick frozen (IQF) butter lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus), shelled and blanched by steaming. Under HTS 0710.22.1510 as other frozen lima beans, maintaining whole size. Prevents clumping for retail use.
Frozen Unshelled Lima Beans
Whole podded lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus), unshelled and frozen after steaming. HTS 0710.22.1510 includes unshelled frozen lima beans, other varieties, not size-reduced. Niche for fresh-like pod cooking.
Frozen Heirloom Lima Beans
Heritage variety heirloom lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus), shelled and frozen via steaming. Under 'other' HTS 0710.22.1510 for non-pea frozen limas. Prized for unique flavor profiles.
Frozen Large Fordhook Lima Beans
Extra-large Fordhook lima beans frozen shelled after boiling/steaming in water. Classified HTS 0710.22.1510 as other lima (not pea beans), whole/not reduced. Popular for succotash and stews.
Frozen Peruvian Lima Beans
Large Peruvian-style lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus), frozen shelled after water steaming or boiling. HTS 0710.22.1510 covers these 'other' frozen lima beans, whole and not size-reduced. Commonly used in Latin American cuisine.