Canned Dried Pinto Beans from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document the drying process and canning method to prove compliance with 'canned dried' criteria
• Inspect for any added preservatives that mimic vinegar, risking reclassification to heading 2001
• Use proper HTS declaration for retail vs. industrial packs to avoid quota or licensing issues