Pea Bean Seeds for Sowing - Heirloom Variety

Heirloom pea bean seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris), dried and shelled, packaged in small quantities for home gardeners to sow and grow. Classified under HTS 0713.33.10.20 due to their designation as navy or pea beans specifically for propagation, not immediate consumption.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0713.33.40Same rate: 35%

If skinned or split for cooking

Processed (skinned/split) navy or pea beans for consumption move to the subheading for those presentations, excluding sowing intent.

0713.33Same rate: 35%

If for non-sowing white pea beans

White pea beans not designated for sowing are reported separately from navy types under this statistical breakout.

1209.25.00Same rate: 35%

If classified as alfalfa or clover seeds erroneously

Misidentification as other leguminous seeds shifts to Chapter 12, but Phaseolus spp. correctly stay in Chapter 7 for beans.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label packages clearly as 'for sowing only' with germination rates to comply with Federal Seed Act requirements and prevent edible bean confusion

Obtain import permits from USDA APHIS if from regions with quarantine pests affecting Phaseolus vulgaris

Conduct purity and germination testing; provide lab reports to customs for verification of sowing quality