Frozen Black-Eyed Peas
Frozen black-eyed peas (Vigna unguiculata), also known as cowpeas, prepared by blanching and freezing for Southern cuisine. Classified under HTS 2004.90.85.60 as tariff-defined 'peas' preserved frozen.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried, not frozen
Black-eyed peas typically dry legumes in Chapter 71; frozen form changes classification.
If cooked before freezing
Heat-cooked frozen legumes shift to heading 2008 'cooked fruits/nuts/vegetables'.
If shelled, uncooked frozen
Uncooked frozen cowpeas could remain Chapter 7 frozen shelled legumes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm USDA grading standards met for varietal purity in import declarations
• Provide blanching process details to justify Chapter 20 over Chapter 7
• Beware dry weight thresholds if partially dehydrated during processing
Related Products under HTS 2004.90.85.60
Frozen Green Peas
Frozen green peas (Pisum sativum) are prepared by blanching and quick-freezing fresh peas to preserve their natural sweetness and texture. They are classified under HTS 2004.90.85.60 as peas prepared or preserved by freezing, not by vinegar or acetic acid, and not of heading 2006.
IQF Frozen Garden Peas
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) garden peas are small, tender peas frozen separately to prevent clumping, ideal for quick cooking. Classified in HTS 2004.90.85.60 as other frozen peas prepared otherwise than by vinegar.
Frozen Snow Peas
Frozen snow peas (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) are flat-pod peas frozen whole or cut for stir-fries, preserved by freezing without acetic acid. Falls under HTS 2004.90.85.60 specifically for frozen peas.
Frozen Petite Peas
Frozen petite peas are small, immature green peas frozen at peak tenderness for premium quality. HTS 2004.90.85.60 applies to these frozen pea preparations excluding vinegar preservation.
Block Frozen Green Peas
Block frozen green peas are packed tightly in blocks before freezing, common for industrial foodservice use. HTS 2004.90.85.60 covers these non-IQF frozen pea preparations.
Frozen Split Peas
Frozen split peas are dehulled and split green or yellow peas frozen for soup bases. They qualify under HTS 2004.90.85.60 as prepared frozen peas.