Canned Dried Kidney Beans
Shelled kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) dried and canned dry for long-term storage, prepared otherwise than by vinegar. Classified in HTS 2005.51.40.20 for canned dried shelled beans, excluding those of heading 2006 (artichokes, capers, etc.).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If Vigna spp. (e.g., adzuki or mung)
Specific subheading for Vigna beans separates them from Phaseolus varieties like kidney beans.
If for bulk dried, uncanned kidney beans
Uncanned dried beans are classified as dried leguminous vegetables in heading 0713.
If mixed with other non-bean vegetables
Preparations containing other vegetables shift out of the beans-specific subheading 2005.51.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include certificates of analysis showing moisture content consistent with 'dried' status to prevent reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like moisture addition during canning, which could move it to non-dried subheadings
• Check for varietal identification as Phaseolus or Vigna to confirm eligibility under this bean-specific code
Related Products under HTS 2005.51.40.20
Canned Dried Black Beans
Shelled black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) that have been dried and then canned without added liquid, prepared by a process other than vinegar preservation. This product falls under HTS 2005.51.40.20 as canned dried shelled beans of Phaseolus spp., distinct from fresh, frozen, or pickled varieties.
Canned Dried Pinto Beans
Dried shelled pinto beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) canned without rehydration or liquid, preserved by canning process not involving vinegar. This fits HTS 2005.51.40.20 as 'other' canned dried shelled beans of Phaseolus spp.
Canned Dried Navy Beans
Shelled navy beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), dried and hermetically sealed in cans without moisture addition. HTS 2005.51.40.20 covers these as other canned dried shelled beans, prepared sans vinegar or freezing.
Canned Dried Great Northern Beans
Dried shelled great northern beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) preserved by canning in their dry state, not by vinegar or acetic acid. This product is specifically under HTS 2005.51.40.20 for other canned dried shelled beans.
Canned Dried Cannellini Beans
Shelled cannellini beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) dried post-harvest and canned dry. Fits HTS 2005.51.40.20 as canned dried 'other' shelled beans, prepared without freezing or vinegar.
Canned Dried Red Beans
Dried shelled red beans (Phaseolus spp.) canned without liquid for pantry storage. Classified under HTS 2005.51.40.20 for other canned dried shelled beans prepared otherwise than by vinegar.