IQF Frozen Pigeon Peas from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• IQF processing must be documented as freezing only—no added seasonings or oils, or risks reclassification to prepared foods
• Use temperature logs in shipping docs to prove maintained frozen state, avoiding spoilage claims at entry