Frozen Whole Pods Snow Peas from Japan
Frozen snow peas in whole pods are immature pea pods blanched and quick-frozen, ideal for stir-fries. Falls under HTS 0710.29.40.00 as unshelled frozen leguminous vegetables, other than garden peas.
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
• Phytosanitary certificates are critical for pea pods to clear APHIS inspections for pests
• Specify 'immature pods' in invoices to avoid confusion with mature peas in 0710.21
• Monitor import volumes for any seasonal quotas on leguminous vegetables