Whole Dried Pigeon Peas from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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