Dried Navy Beans (Soldier Beans) from China

Small, oval-shaped dried navy beans from Phaseolus vulgaris, commonly known as soldier beans, used in soups, baked beans, and stews. Classified under HTS 0713.33.4020 as navy or pea beans entered for consumption outside the specified seasonal period or withdrawn anytime. They are shelled, dried leguminous vegetables not suitable for immediate consumption.

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

Verify entry timing against the specified period for kidney beans to ensure correct subheading 0713.33.4020 classification; seasonal entries may qualify for lower duties

Provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates to comply with USDA import regulations for dried legumes

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as cannellini beans, which could shift to other kidney bean subheadings