Dried Fordhook Lima Beans from Japan
Fordhook lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus) are large, dried, shelled beans commonly used in hearty stews and soups. They fall under HTS 0713.39.4140 as other lima beans entered for consumption outside the standard seasonal period or withdrawn anytime, distinguishing them from quota-limited imports. These beans are not skinned or split but preserved in their dried state for long-term storage.
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
• Verify entry timing against USDA seasonal quotas to avoid misclassification into lower-duty periods
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming beans are shelled, dried, and free from contaminants
• Label packages with country of origin and 'lima beans (Phaseolus spp.)' to meet FDA import requirements