Frozen Green Pigeon Peas

Frozen green pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan) are immature shelled leguminous vegetables preserved by freezing without cooking, entered seasonally from July 1 to September 30. They fall under HTS 0710.29.25.00 as frozen leguminous vegetables, specifically pigeon peas in their green stage, uncooked or minimally processed by steaming/boiling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0713.10.20.00Same rate: 35%

If dried after freezing

Dried pigeon peas, even if previously frozen, classify under dried leguminous vegetables in heading 0713, not fresh frozen.

0710.22Lower: 21.2% vs 35%

If immature shelled chickpeas instead of pigeon peas

Heading 0710.22 covers frozen immature chickpeas (garbanzos); species determines subheading within frozen legumes.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water, not frozen

If preserved solely for transport (e.g., frozen-thawed and brined) without freezing as primary method, moves to heading 0711 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify entry date falls between July 1-September 30 to qualify for this specific tariff line; off-season shipments shift to 0710.29.50.00

Provide certificates confirming peas are frozen uncooked or simply steamed/boiled, shelled, and free of additives to meet Chapter 7 provisions