Dried Black Chickpeas (Kala Chana) from China
Dried, shelled black chickpeas known as Kala Chana, with a nutty flavor for salads and stir-fries. They qualify under HTS 0713.20.20 as 'other' varieties of chickpeas not specified elsewhere. Commonly used in traditional Indian and Mediterranean recipes.
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
• Test for aflatoxin levels, as chickpeas are prone to contamination; provide lab certificates if requested
• Use ventilated containers for bulk shipments to prevent mold during ocean transit
• Declare varietal name on entry documents to distinguish from standard Kabuli or Desi types