Black-Eye Pea Medley Preserved

Primarily shelled black-eye cowpeas with minor seasonings, preserved without vinegar or freezing. Under HTS 2005.51.20 because black-eye cowpeas predominate and qualify as the specific shelled bean type prepared otherwise than by vinegar.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2005.99.50Higher: 43.1% vs 35%

If a mixture dominated by other vegetables with black-eye peas secondary

Other preserved vegetables not elsewhere specified cover non-bean dominant mixes.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If provisionally preserved by sulfur dioxide or other means, not fully prepared

Provisionally preserved vegetables (not finally for retail) are in Chapter 7.

2008.99Lower: 16% vs 35%

If acetic acid is detected in preservation process

Any preservation involving vinegar or acetic acid moves to heading 2008.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Quantify exact composition to ensure black-eye peas are the essential character; minor additives allowed per chapter notes

Use ISF filing with detailed product specs to preempt CBP questions on preparation method

Test for pesticide residues common in pulse crops to meet import tolerances

Related Products under HTS 2005.51.20

Canned Black-Eye Peas

Shelled black-eye cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata) prepared and preserved by canning without vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen. This product falls under HTS 2005.51.20 as it consists of black-eye cowpeas, a specific type of shelled bean from the Vigna spp., processed for preservation other than by freezing or vinegar.

Jarred Black-Eye Cowpeas

Shelled black-eye cowpeas preserved in glass jars, cooked and sealed without vinegar, suitable for retail. Classified under HTS 2005.51.20 due to being specifically black-eye cowpeas (Vigna spp.), shelled, and preserved otherwise than by vinegar, acetic acid, or freezing.

Retort Pouch Black-Eye Peas

Shelled black-eye cowpeas preserved in flexible retort pouches via heat sterilization, not frozen or vinegar-based. This fits HTS 2005.51.20 as preserved black-eye cowpeas (Vigna spp.), shelled, prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.

Low-Sodium Canned Black-Eye Cowpeas

Shelled black-eye peas canned with reduced sodium brine, preserved by heat without vinegar. Classified in HTS 2005.51.20 as black-eye cowpeas, shelled, fitting the preserved beans category excluding vinegar or freezing methods.

Organic Canned Black-Eye Peas

Certified organic shelled black-eye cowpeas preserved in cans without synthetic preservatives or vinegar. This product is under HTS 2005.51.20 for shelled black-eye cowpeas prepared or preserved other than by vinegar, acetic acid, or freezing.

Black-Eye Cowpeas in Tomato Sauce

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.