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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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