Product classification
HS code for Bambara beans: 0713.34
Vegetables, leguminous, bambara beans (Vigna subterranea or Voandzeia subterranea), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Classification of bambara beans under HS 0713.34
Bambara beans, known botanically as Vigna subterranea or Voandzeia subterranea, are a distinct species of leguminous vegetable. HS code 071334 specifically identifies these beans when they are in a dried, shelled state. The classification further clarifies that they may or may not have been skinned or split. This precise categorization within Chapter 7, which covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers, ensures accurate identification for trade purposes. The "dried" criterion is essential, as it distinguishes these products from fresh or chilled beans, which would fall under different headings. This code facilitates the global trade of Bambara beans as a staple food commodity.
- Covers
- Dried, shelled Bambara beans
- Split Bambara beans (dried and shelled)
- Skinned Bambara beans (dried and shelled)
- Whole dried Bambara beans, with or without skin
- Also under 0713.34
- Local African market brands
- specialty African food importers (e.g., from Ghana, Nigeria, Mali)
Codes often confused with 0713.34
Common mistake. Misclassification of Bambara beans often occurs when their specific botanical identity or processing state is overlooked. Other dried leguminous vegetables, such as kidney beans, chickpeas, or lentils, are classified under different subheadings within HS 0713, for example, HS 071339 for "Other leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried." It is crucial to note that 071334 is reserved exclusively for Bambara beans. Furthermore, fresh or chilled Bambara beans would not be classified under 071334. Instead, they would fall under HS 0708, which covers "Leguminous vegetables, shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled." The "dried" condition is therefore a critical differentiator for HS 071334.
Top exporters and importers of HS 071334 (the code used for bambara beans), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 071334 (the code used for bambara beans) in UN Comtrade data was Malawi, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Kenya, with 42% of world imports. Zambia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 97% of its exports here ($729K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Botswana did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 98% of its imports here ($705K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 071334, not only bambara beans.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malawi $294K 26% of world exports
- 2 Kenya $161K 14% of world exports
- 3 Greece $157K 14% of world exports
Zambia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 97% of its exports here ($729K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $1.1M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Kenya $1.9M 42% of world imports
- 2 France $515K 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $441K 9.8% of world imports
Botswana did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 98% of its imports here ($705K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $4.5M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for bambara beans
Brazil splits HS 0713.34 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0713.34.10Dried bambara beans for sowing
- 0713.34.90Dried bambara beans, not for sowing
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bambara beans
What is the HS code for Bambara beans?
The HS code for Bambara beans is 071334 (Vegetables, leguminous; bambara beans (Vigna subterranea or Voandzeia subterranea), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried). The HS code for dried, shelled Bambara beans, whether or not skinned or split, is 071334.
How do I classify Bambara beans for customs?
Bambara beans is classified under HS code 071334 — Vegetables, leguminous; bambara beans (Vigna subterranea or Voandzeia subterranea), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are fresh Bambara beans classified under HS 071334?
No, HS 071334 is specifically for dried, shelled Bambara beans. Fresh or chilled Bambara beans would be classified under HS 0708, which covers fresh or chilled leguminous vegetables.
Which countries are the top exporters of bambara beans (HS 071334)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 071334 (the code used for bambara beans) in UN Comtrade data were Malawi ($294K, 26% of world exports), Kenya ($161K) and Greece ($157K). World exports came to about $1.1M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Zambia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 97% of its exports here ($729K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of bambara beans (HS 071334)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 071334 (the code used for bambara beans) in UN Comtrade data were Kenya ($1.9M, 42% of world imports), France ($515K) and the United States ($441K). World imports came to about $4.5M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Botswana did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 98% of its imports here ($705K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Bambara beans the same in all countries?
The base HS code 071334 for Bambara beans is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bambara beans in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 071334 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for bambara beans depends on the product's details: 0713.34.10 (Dried bambara beans for sowing), 0713.34.90 (Dried bambara beans, not for sowing).