Premium Speckled Pinto Beans from Japan
High-quality dried pinto beans with characteristic beige speckled pattern (Phaseolus vulgaris), shelled and classified under HTS 0713.39.21.50 for seasonal May-August entry. These whole beans are for culinary use after soaking. Specific pinto variety and timing dictate the code.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'pinto' variety and speckled description for CBP verification
• Test for moisture content <14% to meet import standards; excess risks mold claims and rejection
• Avoid splitting during handling—split beans reclassify under 0713.10, higher processing level