Frozen Shelled Fava Beans from Japan
Frozen shelled fava beans are removed from pods, lightly steamed, and frozen for use in Mediterranean dishes. Classified in HTS 0710.29.40.00 as other shelled frozen leguminous vegetables.
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
• Provide lab tests for natural toxins like vicine in fava beans to meet FDA food safety standards
• Ensure packaging indicates 'blanched and frozen' to support HTS classification