Dried Kidney Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) from China

Large red dried kidney beans, shelled and dried, a staple in salads and stews from Phaseolus spp. This tariff line 0713.39.21 is for entries during peak summer months (May-Aug) to protect U.S. bean crops. Product is whole and preserved by drying only.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Secure import license if subject to absolute quotas; consult FAS for current limits

Document varietal purity to distinguish from Vigna spp. beans in 0713.31

Inspect for aflatoxin levels, a common rejection reason for dried legumes