Dried Cowpeas from Japan
Shelled dried cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata), aka black-eyed peas, dried for Southern and African recipes. HTS 0713.90.81.00 covers out-of-quota dried shelled leguminous vegetables. Hard and dry, needing soak/cook.
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
• Phytosanitary certs must specify cowpea weevil treatment
• Sort by eye color (white vs cream) for accurate customs valuation
• Refrigerated containers recommended for tropical origins