Dried Black Matpe Beans from Japan
Whole dried black matpe beans (Vigna mungo), hulled or whole, staple for fermented idli batter. Falls under HTS 0713.31.4000 as Vigna mungo dried shelled beans for non-quota entries. Essential in South Indian cuisine.
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
• Supplier affidavits for Vigna mungo purity; check for varietal names like 'urd'
• Prevent infestation with proper heat treatment declarations