Canned Black-Eye Peas from Japan
Shelled black-eye cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata) prepared and preserved in water or brine, not frozen and without vinegar or acetic acid. This product falls under HTS 2005.51.20.40 as 'other' black-eye cowpeas, shelled beans of Vigna spp., preserved by canning for retail sale.
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
• Verify beans are shelled black-eye cowpeas (Vigna spp.) and preserved without vinegar; provide botanical certification if requested by customs
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA food standards, including net weight, ingredients, and country of origin
• Avoid misclassification as pickled products (2005.59) by confirming no acetic acid content; common pitfall is inadequate drainage weight documentation