Low-Sodium Canned Peas
Low-sodium canned peas (Pisum sativum) are preserved in reduced-salt brine or water, targeting health-conscious consumers. HTS 2005.40.00.00 covers these as standard preserved peas without vinegar, with sodium level not affecting classification.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If preserved with vinegar for pickling despite low sodium
Vinegar preservation explicitly excludes from 2005.40 per heading scope.
If frozen version without preservation
Lack of preservation (canning) moves to frozen Chapter 7 classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Nutrition labeling must match US FDA standards (e.g
• 'low sodium' claims validated)
• Provide salt content analysis; customs may test for misdeclared additives
• Avoid bulk packing confusion—retail tins need child-resistant if applicable
Related Products under HTS 2005.40.00.00
Canned Green Peas
Canned green peas (Pisum sativum) are peas that have been harvested, blanched, and preserved in water or brine inside metal cans, then heat-processed for shelf stability. They fall under HTS 2005.40.00.00 as peas prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 2006. This classification applies to standard retail-packed canned peas without added vinegar.
No Salt Added Canned Peas
No salt added canned peas preserve fresh Pisum sativum in water only, heat-sealed for long shelf life. Fits HTS 2005.40.00.00 as vinegar-free preserved peas, emphasizing minimal processing.
Marinated Peas in Brine
Marinated peas in brine use herbs/spices with Pisum sativum preserved without vinegar or acid. HTS 2005.40.00.00 applies as 'otherwise preserved' peas, allowing minor seasonings.
Glass Jar Canned Peas
Peas packed in glass jars with brine, retorted for preservation, as retail-ready Pisum sativum. Same HTS 2005.40.00.00 as metal-canned, packaging doesn't change vegetable prep classification.
Petite Peas Canned
Petite peas are small, sweet Pisum sativum variety canned in light brine. HTS 2005.40.00.00 for all pea forms preserved sans vinegar.
Snow Peas Preserved
Preserved snow peas (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) canned whole without pods removed. Still 2005.40 as peas, botanical note inclusive.