Frozen Black-Eyed Peas from Japan
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.
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
• 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