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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-seasonal entry
Applies to identical product but imported outside the specified consumption quota period.
If fully split after skinning
Split dried beans exceed simple preservation and enter Chapter 11 as unmilled leguminous flours base.
If crushed or ground
Chapter note excludes ground Capsicum but for beans, grinding moves to spices or processed under 0904 if applicable; typically 1106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the extent of skinning to confirm it remains 'shelled, whether or not skinned' without further processing
• Use ventilated containers to prevent condensation and ensure beans stay dry during ocean freight
• Declare exact variety and processing level on commercial invoice to avoid CBP reclassification to split beans
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.
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.
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.