Bulk Dried Bambara Beans for Milling
Unsplit, dried shelled Bambara beans in bulk packaging for further milling, specifically entered during May-August under HTS 0713.34.2000. They require cooking and are not consumer-ready.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered any other time
Seasonality dictates code choice for otherwise identical dried shelled Bambara beans.
If seed for sowing
High-germination untreated beans classified as seeds under 1207, not dried vegetables.
If other Vigna spp. like blackeye
Different bean varieties within Vigna (e.g., cowpeas) use separate subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include end-use statement for milling to differentiate from retail consumer imports
• Fumigate with approved methods if from high-pest regions like West Africa
• Test for aflatoxins common in legumes; levels over FDA limits cause detention
Related Products under HTS 0713.34.20.00
Dried Bambara Beans Whole
Whole, shelled dried Bambara beans (Vigna subterranea) imported for consumption between May 1 and August 31. These legumes are typically used in stews and porridges in African cuisine and fall under HTS 0713.34.2000 due to the seasonal entry period and being dried, shelled beans of this specific species.
Organic Dried Bambara Beans
Certified organic, shelled and dried Bambara beans entered during the May-August consumption period under HTS 0713.34.2000. These are provisionally preserved by drying only, suitable for milling into flour or cooking whole in traditional dishes.
Skinned Dried Bambara Beans
Dried Bambara beans that have been shelled and lightly skinned, entered for consumption May 1-August 31 per HTS 0713.34.2000. The skinning process does not render them suitable for immediate consumption, preserving their vegetable status.
Retail Pack Dried Bambara Beans
Dried, shelled Bambara beans packaged in 1kg retail bags for direct consumer use, entered May-August via HTS 0713.34.2000. Drying ensures provisional preservation for transport.
Split Bambara Beans Dried
Dried and split Bambara beans (Vigna subterranea), shelled, for May 1-August 31 entry under HTS 0713.34.2000. Still unsuitable for immediate consumption per Chapter 07 notes.