Dried Whole Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) from Japan
Dried, shelled whole chickpeas (Cicer arietinum), not skinned or split, qualify under HTS 0713.90.61.00 for seasonal May-Aug entry as other dried leguminous vegetables unsuitable for immediate human consumption.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document 'whole' status with photos/specs to distinguish from split (different suffix possible)
• Obtain residue analysis for pesticides exceeding FDA limits
• Use heat-treated pallets to prevent insect infestation during transit