Retort Pouch Black-Eye Peas from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document retort processing method to distinguish from frozen or canned goods; test for shelf stability
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for shelf-stable low-acid canned foods
• Watch for reclassification if pouches contain over 20% other ingredients, potentially shifting to mixtures