Baby Lima Beans

Dried baby lima beans are small, flat, white Phaseolus lunatus beans, shelled and dried. They qualify under HTS 0713.39.4160 for other white beans imported outside designated quota times.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0713.31Lower: 10% vs 35%

If broad or horse beans (Vicia faba)

Larger white lima types resembling broad beans may classify under Vicia spp. if misidentified.

0713.39Same rate: 35%

If during active quota period

Quota-period white beans use statistical suffixes for controlled volumes and rates.

1105.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If processed into flour

Bean flours from white beans are classified in Chapter 11 as flours of leguminous vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA prior notice for all dried bean shipments at least 2 hours before arrival

Store in cool, dry conditions post-import to prevent mold, affecting quality claims

Confirm varietal via botanical ID if disputed, as lima beans border broad bean categories