Dried Cowpeas from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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