Great Northern Beans
Dried Great Northern beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are small, white kidney-shaped beans classified under HTS 0713.39.21.60 as other white beans entered for consumption May 1 to August 31. They are shelled and typically used in soups, stews, and baked bean recipes after rehydration. This code applies due to their white color and seasonal import quota.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered September 1 to April 30
Seasonal tariff shift for white beans outside May-August quota period moves to non-quota line.
If small white kidney or navy beans
Specific statistical breakout for smaller varieties of white Phaseolus vulgaris beans.
If skinned or split (pearl beans)
Processing beyond simple shelling changes classification to prepared dried beans.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls between May 1 and August 31 to qualify under this seasonal tariff line; off-season uses 0713.39.30
• Provide certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate to confirm pest-free status and Phaseolus spp. origin
• Label packages with moisture content under 15% and net weight to avoid reclassification as unfit for human consumption
Related Products under HTS 0713.39.21.60
Cannellini Beans
Dried Cannellini beans are large, creamy-white Italian kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) falling under HTS 0713.39.21.60 for other white beans during the May-August consumption period. Shelled and whole, they are prized for minestrone and pasta e fagioli. The code captures their white coloration excluding specific bean types.
White Kidney Beans
Dried white kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), also known as cannelini or grande, are classified in HTS 0713.39.21.60 as other white beans for May-August entry. These oval, plump beans are shelled, not skinned, and used in salads and chili. Seasonal protection applies to US domestic production periods.
Peruvian White Beans
Dried Peruvian white beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are medium-sized white beans imported under HTS 0713.39.21.60 during the May-August window. Shelled for wholesale, they're ideal for refried beans and succotash. This code covers white varieties not specified elsewhere in the beans heading.
European Flageolet Beans
Dried flageolet beans, pale green-white immature kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), qualify as other white beans under HTS 0713.39.21.60 for seasonal entry. Shelled and gourmet-grade, used with lamb and in cassoulets. Classification based on dried white appearance despite varietal name.