Bulk Dried Black Beans for Retail from China
Bulk-packed dried black beans (Phaseolus spp.) are shelled and intended for retail sale as dry goods during summer import window. HTS 0713.39.2110 covers these for consumption May 1-August 31. Unsuitable for immediate eating until cooked.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare net weight accurately excluding packaging to match statistical reporting requirements
• Use food-grade bulk bags to comply with FDA import standards for dry beans
• Avoid declaring as 'soup mix' if pure black beans to prevent set classification issues