Canned Black-Eye Peas from Japan

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.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify the beans are shelled black-eye cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata) via botanical identification and ensure no vinegar or freezing was used in preservation

• Provide commercial invoice detailing preparation method, net weight, and country of origin; include lab analysis if dry matter content is borderline

• Avoid misclassification as soup or stew by confirming no significant added meat, vegetables, or broth exceeding minor quantities