Frozen Brown Cowpeas from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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