Canned Dried Soldier Beans from Japan
Shelled soldier beans dried and canned dry, a traditional Phaseolus variety. Classified in HTS 2005.51.40.20 for canned dried other shelled beans, not involving vinegar preservation.
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%
Import Tips
• Maintain chain-of-custody docs from drying to canning for audit-proofing
• Beware of humidity exposure during shipping causing rehydration claims
• Consult binding ruling for heirloom varieties if classification disputed