Whole Dried Pigeon Peas

Whole, dried, shelled pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan) are mature seeds preserved by drying for long-term storage and cooking. Classified in HTS 0713.60.80.00 when imported outside quota periods, these are staple ingredients in Caribbean and African dishes.

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.

0713.60Same rate: 35%

If skinned or split during quota period

Split or skinned pigeon peas entered June-August fall under quota-protected 0713.60.40.00 with different rates.

1106.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If further processed into flour

Flour or meal from dried pigeon peas shifts to Chapter 11 for cereal flours and vegetable meals.

0713.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If peas of the genus pisum instead

Similar dried peas but botanically distinct genus Pisum classify under separate pea subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct moisture content testing (typically <12%) to confirm 'dried' status and prevent rejection as fresh produce

Use FDA prior notice filing for food imports and ensure sulfur-free processing if claiming organic status

Avoid common pitfall of mixing with other beans; precise botanical identification as Cajanus cajan is required