Bulk Dried Black Beans for Retail from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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