Black-Eye Cowpeas in Tomato Sauce from Mexico
Shelled black-eye peas preserved with a minor amount of tomato sauce, not exceeding seasoning levels. Fits HTS 2005.51.20 as the essential character is black-eye cowpeas, preserved without vinegar per chapter notes allowing small seasoning quantities.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document recipe to prove tomato sauce is minor (<10% by weight) and not changing essential character
• Label allergens if tomatoes present; comply with country-of-origin marking
• Avoid overcooking indicators that might suggest soup classification