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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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