Frozen Sliced Cowpeas from Japan
Cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata) shelled, sliced, and frozen. Size reduction via slicing qualifies for HTS 0710.22.40 as Vigna spp. beans.
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
• Supplier affidavits for slicing process; monitor phytosanitary certs
• Avoid declaring as 'whole' to prevent audit issues