Split Cowpea Dal from Germany
Dried cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata) that have been split after shelling, commonly used in Indian cuisine as 'lobia dal'. While split, they remain under HTS 0713.35.00.00 as specifically provided for cowpeas in the dried, shelled beans category.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Provide processing details showing splits occurred post-drying to stay within 0713.35 scope
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests further preparation, which could trigger food labeling reviews
• Check for varietal purity; mixed cowpea types may require separate declarations