Canned Black Beans
Shelled black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) preserved in water or brine without vinegar, packed in cans for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 2005.51.40.40 as 'other' shelled beans prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not a product of heading 2006. It is a common pantry staple used in various cuisines.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If valued under 4.4 cents/kg
Lower value shelled beans fall under a different value-based subheading within the same category.
If dried and not preserved
Dried beans are classified as legumes in Chapter 7, prepared or preserved by simply drying.
If preserved in vinegar or acetic acid
Vinegar-pickled beans shift to heading 2001 for vegetables prepared with vinegar.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify bean species (Phaseolus spp.) and ensure no vinegar or acetic acid is used in preservation to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed commercial invoice listing net weight, drained weight, and country of origin; common pitfall is missing drained weight declaration
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for canned vegetables and check for any pesticide residue limits specific to beans
Related Products under HTS 2005.51.40.40
Canned Kidney Beans
Shelled red kidney beans preserved in a light brine solution, canned for long-term storage. Classified under HTS 2005.51.40.40 as 'other' shelled beans (Phaseolus spp.) not frozen and preserved without vinegar. Ideal for soups, salads, and chili recipes.
Canned Navy Beans
Small white navy beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, boiled, and canned in brine without acetic acid. Under HTS 2005.51.40.40 as 'other' preserved shelled beans, not frozen. Used in baked bean recipes and salads.
Canned Great Northern Beans
Large white shelled Great Northern beans preserved by canning in unsalted water. Classified in HTS 2005.51.40.40 for other shelled Phaseolus beans not involving vinegar preservation. Versatile for casseroles and purees.
Organic Canned Black-Eyed Peas
Organic shelled black-eyed peas (Vigna unguiculata), preserved in water, certified organic, canned. Under HTS 2005.51.40.40 for other shelled beans (Vigna spp.), not vinegar-preserved or frozen. Used in Southern cuisine.
Canned Roman Beans
Shelled Roman (cranberry) beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), preserved in brine, not frozen. Classifies under HTS 2005.51.40.40 for other shelled beans without vinegar preservation. Specialty bean for Italian dishes.
Low-Sodium Canned Pink Beans
Shelled pink beans preserved with reduced sodium, canned without vinegar. HTS 2005.51.40.40 for other shelled beans. Used in refried bean recipes.