Frozen Unshelled Cowpeas from Japan
Whole frozen cowpeas with pods intact (Vigna spp., not black-eye), uncooked or simply steamed/boiled before freezing for preservation. Classified under HTS 0710.22.20.00 as unshelled leguminous beans not reduced in size. Ideal for fresh market sales after pod removal.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include photos or specs showing pods intact to confirm unshelled status during customs inspection
• Comply with phytosanitary certificates to prevent pest issues common in podded legumes
• Avoid mixing with black-eye peas in shipments to prevent blended tariff application