Frozen Whole Garbanzo Pods from China
Unhusked chickpea pods frozen after steaming or boiling to preserve freshness for later shelling. Falls under HTS 0710.29.05.00 as unshelled frozen leguminous vegetables, specifically chickpeas.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain APHIS import permit for unshelled legumes to ensure no pest risks during frozen transport
• Document steaming/boiling process to confirm not fresh; common error is classifying as 0708 fresh peas
• Use insulated reefer containers to maintain -18°C, avoiding thawing pitfalls