Whole Kabuli Chickpeas for Hummus Production from China
High-quality whole Kabuli chickpeas, dried and shelled, specifically suited for industrial hummus production under HTS 0713.20.20.25. Their large size and mild flavor make them preferred over Desi varieties. Classification remains as dried leguminous vegetables, not processed.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• For food production imports, include end-use certificates if claiming industrial preferences
• Test for aflatoxin levels common in chickpeas; exceeding limits leads to rejection
• Specify 'whole, not split' on invoices to distinguish from chana dal under 0713.31