Frozen Diced Wax Beans from Japan
Yellow wax beans (Phaseolus spp.) diced into small cubes and frozen, ideal for soups and stir-fries. Classified under HTS 0710.22.40.10 as frozen leguminous vegetables, green and wax types, reduced in size through dicing process.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis or photos confirming 'reduced in size' (dice size <2cm) to customs for accurate HTS classification
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for frozen vegetables; pitfalls include improper blanching leading to spoilage claims
• Use phytosanitary certificates from origin to confirm pest-free status, essential for leguminous imports