Frozen Immature Pigeon Peas for Retail from Japan
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.
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
• Retail packaging needs country-of-origin and net weight labels per FDA; non-compliance leads to refusals
• Confirm immature stage via supplier certs—mature peas might classify differently