Product classification
HS code for Cowpeas: 0713.35
Vegetables, leguminous, cow peas (Vigna unguiculata), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Classification of cowpeas under HS 0713.35
Cowpeas, scientifically known as Vigna unguiculata, are classified under HS code 071335 because they are dried leguminous vegetables that have been removed from their pods. Chapter 07 of the Harmonized System covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Within this chapter, heading 0713 is specifically reserved for dried leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split. The subheading 071335 is the international standard for cowpeas. This classification is strictly for the dried version of the vegetable; the moisture content must be sufficiently low to prevent spoilage under normal conditions, which is a defining characteristic of products in heading 0713. The classification remains consistent whether the cowpeas are whole, split, or have had their skins removed. This level of specificity in the HS code allows for accurate tracking of agricultural trade and the application of relevant tariffs or quotas that may apply to specific pulse crops. It is important to note that the botanical identification as Vigna unguiculata is the primary driver for this specific subheading, separating it from other beans in the Vigna or Phaseolus genera. The product must be intended for human consumption or for sowing to fall under this chapter.
- Covers
- Dried black-eyed peas (Vigna unguiculata)
- Shelled and dried cowpeas
- Split dried cowpeas
- Dried cowpeas for sowing purposes
- Also under 0713.35
- Goya Blackeye Peas
- S&W Blackeye Peas
- Ziyad Cowpeas
- Glory Foods Blackeye Peas
Codes often confused with 0713.35
Common mistake. Cowpeas are often misclassified under HS code 070820 if they are fresh or chilled. Heading 0708 is for leguminous vegetables in their fresh state, often still in the pod. Another common error is using HS code 071331, which is specifically for beans of the species Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper or Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek (green gram). Accurate botanical identification is required to distinguish between 071335 and other subheadings in 0713.
Top exporters and importers of HS 071335 (the code used for cowpeas), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 071335 (the code used for cowpeas) in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 33% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 071335, not only cowpeas.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Brazil $67M 36% of world exports
- 2 Myanmar $61M 33% of world exports
- 3 India $19M 10% of world exports
World total: $187M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $55M 33% of world imports
- 2 China $33M 20% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$10M 6.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $169M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 cowpeas
Brazil splits HS 0713.35 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0713.35.10Dried cowpeas for sowing
- 0713.35.90Dried cowpeas, not for sowing
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cowpeas
What is the HS code for Cowpeas?
The HS code for Cowpeas is 071335 (Vegetables, leguminous; cow peas (Vigna unguiculata), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried). The HS code for dried, shelled cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata) is 071335.
How do I classify Cowpeas for customs?
Cowpeas is classified under HS code 071335 — Vegetables, leguminous; cow peas (Vigna unguiculata), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include fresh cowpeas?
No, fresh or chilled cowpeas are classified under heading 0708, specifically 070820 if they are beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.).
Which countries are the top exporters of cowpeas (HS 071335)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 071335 (the code used for cowpeas) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($67M, 36% of world exports), Myanmar ($61M) and India ($19M). World exports came to about $187M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of cowpeas (HS 071335)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 071335 (the code used for cowpeas) in UN Comtrade data were India ($55M, 33% of world imports), China ($33M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $10M). World imports came to about $169M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Cowpeas the same in all countries?
The base HS code 071335 for Cowpeas 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 cowpeas in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 071335 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for cowpeas depends on the product's details: 0713.35.10 (Dried cowpeas for sowing), 0713.35.90 (Dried cowpeas, not for sowing).