HS Code for Frozen beans

Frozen beans are classified under HS code 0710.22. Chapter 7 of the Harmonized System covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Heading 0710 is specifically for vegetables (uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water) that are frozen. Subheading 0710.22 focuses on leguminous vegetables, specifically beans of the genera Vigna and Phaseolus. This includes common varieties like green beans, kidney beans, and haricot beans. The classification applies whether the beans are shelled or unshelled. The key criteria are the botanical genus and the fact that the product is preserved by freezing. This code is used for bulk industrial frozen beans as well as retail-packed frozen vegetables, provided they have not been further prepared with other ingredients.

Products Included

• Frozen green beans (string beans), whole or snapped
• Frozen shelled kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris)
• Frozen lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus)
• Frozen black-eyed peas (Vigna unguiculata)
• Frozen beans, steamed or boiled in water before freezing

Common Misclassification

HS code 0708.20 (Fresh or chilled beans) is often confused with frozen beans during data entry. Another common error involves 0713.33 (Dried kidney beans), which applies when the beans are not frozen but dried. If the beans are part of a mixed vegetable pack, they might fall under 0710.90. If the beans have been prepared with other ingredients, such as oil, sauces, or as part of a frozen meal, they move to 2004.90 (Other vegetables prepared or preserved, frozen). It is essential to distinguish between simple freezing and preparation.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Frozen beans?

The HS code for frozen beans of the Vigna and Phaseolus species is 0710.22.

Are frozen broad beans included in 0710.22?

No, broad beans (Vicia faba) are classified under HS code 0710.29, as they belong to a different genus than those specified in 0710.22.