Frozen Brown Cowpeas from Canada
Frozen shelled brown cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata subsp. unguiculata), a variety excluding black-eye, steamed in water then quick-frozen. HTS 0710.22.20.00 covers these not-reduced-in-size beans of Vigna spp. Used in stews and salads after cooking.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Specify variety (e.g
• brown) in invoices to distinguish from black-eye and support classification
• Test for moisture content to confirm not dried or over-processed beyond freezing
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain integrity during transit and avoid thawing claims