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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pods are dried rather than frozen
Dried pigeon pea pods shift to heading 0713 for dried leguminous vegetables, shelled or unshelled.
If fresh, not frozen
Fresh unshelled green peas (including pigeon peas) enter under heading 0708 for fresh leguminous vegetables.
If cooked and suitable for immediate consumption
Prepared or preserved pigeon peas beyond simple freezing (e.g., boiled and canned) go to Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'unshelled' or 'in pods' on invoices; customs may inspect to confirm against shelled peas in same subheading
• Seasonal restriction applies—track calendar closely; late entries incur higher duties under 0710.29.50.00
• Avoid blending with dried peas in shipment; separate documentation prevents reclassification to Chapter 07 dried vegetables
Related Products under HTS 0710.29.25.00
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.
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.