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Frozen Black Beans from Japan

Frozen whole black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), blanched and quick-frozen for retail, prepared otherwise than by vinegar. Fits HTS 2004.90.80.00 as frozen beans, separate from heading 2006 preserved vegetables.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Ensure labeling specifies 'frozen beans' and net weight; FDA prior notice required for all frozen veg imports

Avoid common pitfall of moisture content misrepresentation leading to duty disputes

Batch-test for blanching confirmation to prevent classification as raw frozen veg