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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried after freezing
Dried pigeon peas, even if previously frozen, classify under dried leguminous vegetables in heading 0713, not fresh frozen.
If immature shelled chickpeas instead of pigeon peas
Heading 0710.22 covers frozen immature chickpeas (garbanzos); species determines subheading within frozen legumes.
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
Related Products under HTS 0710.29.25.00
Frozen Whole Green Pigeon Peas Pods
Frozen unshelled green pigeon pea pods are entire immature pods preserved by quick-freezing, suitable for entry July 1-September 30. Classified under HTS 0710.29.25.00 as other frozen leguminous vegetables including unshelled pigeon peas, uncooked except for preservation steaming.
IQF Frozen Pigeon Peas
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) shelled green pigeon peas are rapidly frozen to preserve freshness, entered during the July-September window. HTS 0710.29.25.00 covers these as frozen leguminous vegetables, pigeon peas variety, uncooked or lightly steamed for preservation only.
Frozen Immature Pigeon Peas for Retail
Retail-packaged frozen immature shelled pigeon peas, steamed minimally and quick-frozen for supermarket sale, qualify for seasonal entry. Under HTS 0710.29.25.00 as frozen pigeon peas, leguminous vegetables unsuitable for immediate consumption without thawing/cooking.
Bulk Frozen Pigeon Peas
Bulk frozen shelled green pigeon peas in 20kg bags for foodservice, frozen post-harvest steaming, entered July 1-September 30. HTS 0710.29.25.00 applies to these unshelled or shelled frozen leguminous pigeon peas per Chapter 7.