Dried Black Turtle Beans

Dried black turtle beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are small, shiny black beans shelled and dried, commonly used in Latin American cuisine for soups and stews. They fall under HTS 0713.39.2110 as black beans entered for consumption during May 1 to August 31, when fresh bean supply is low. These beans are not skinned or split and remain in their natural dried form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0713.31.10.00Same rate: 35%

If split or hulled

Split dry beans of specified Phaseolus spp. shift to a different subheading within 0713 for processed forms.

0713.39.21Same rate: 35%

If entered September 1 to April 30

Seasonal tariff rate changes outside the May-August consumption period for the same black beans.

0712.90.30.00Same rate: 35%

If dried but not shelled

Unshelled dried leguminous vegetables fall under heading 0712 instead of shelled products in 0713.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify entry date falls between May 1 and August 31 to qualify under this seasonal quota; otherwise, use 0713.39.2120

Provide certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate to confirm dried, shelled status and freedom from pests

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as organic without General Statistical Note 6 certification