Frozen Shelled Baby Lima Beans from China
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.
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
• Label packages with fiber content and 'lima beans' to distinguish from navy/pea beans; use lab tests if blended
• Ensure freezing process complies with USDA/FDA frozen food standards; include blanching certificates
• Watch for unshelled misdeclaration—shelled status affects value declaration and potential duties