Canned Chickpeas in Water

Chickpeas (garbanzos) that are cooked, packed in water, and preserved in sealed cans without vinegar or acetic acid. This product falls under HTS 2005.99.85.00 as chickpeas prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not a product of heading 2006.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2006.00.40.00Lower: 27.1% vs 35%

If artichokes are added creating a vegetable mixture

Mixtures of vegetables including chickpeas fall under heading 2006, taking precedence over single vegetable subheadings.

0713.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dried and not cooked/preserved

Dried chickpeas are classified as dried leguminous vegetables in heading 0713, not prepared/preserved products.

2005.80.00.00Higher: 40.6% vs 35%

If labeled specifically as 'sweet corn' but actually chickpeas (mislabeling)

Sweet corn has its own subheading 2005.80; accurate vegetable identification determines classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the product is preserved without vinegar or acetic acid to avoid reclassification under heading 2002

Include commercial invoice detailing preparation method, net weight, and country of origin for smooth customs clearance

Check for FDA prior notice requirements as this is a low-acid canned food subject to specific processing standards