Pinto Beans in 50lb Bags from Germany
Dried whole pinto beans packaged in 50lb poly bags for foodservice, entered under HTS 0713.39.21.50 during May-August. Shelled Phaseolus spp. beans for rehydration cooking. Packaging doesn't affect base vegetable classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use food-grade bags with proper venting; CBP rejects contaminated bulk packaging
• Net weight declaration per bag mandatory; tolerance ±2% or face penalties
• For foodservice end-use, include buyer letters if audited for retail vs commercial