Canned Chickpeas in Water from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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