HS Code for Frozen chickpeas

Frozen chickpeas are classified under HS code 0710.29. Chapter 7 of the Harmonized System covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Heading 0710 is specifically designated for vegetables (uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water) that have been frozen. Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are leguminous vegetables. Within heading 0710, the 0710.2x series covers leguminous vegetables. While 0710.21 is for peas and 0710.22 is for beans, 0710.29 serves as the "other" category for leguminous vegetables not elsewhere specified, which includes chickpeas. The product must be frozen to remain in this chapter. The classification applies whether the chickpeas are in the shell or unshelled. Minimal processing, such as blanching (briefly boiling to stop enzyme action before freezing), is permitted under this code. This classification ensures that frozen legumes are distinguished from dried or fresh varieties based on their preservation method.

Products Included

• Frozen shelled chickpeas
• Frozen chickpeas in the pod
• Blanched and frozen chickpeas
• Frozen garbanzo beans

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is HS code 0713.20, which is for dried chickpeas. Dried chickpeas are shelf-stable and not frozen, placing them in a different category within Chapter 7. Another error is using HS code 0708.90, which is for fresh or chilled chickpeas. Additionally, if the chickpeas have been fully cooked and then frozen as part of a prepared meal or with added ingredients like sauces, they may be classified under 2004.90, which covers other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen.

FAQ

What is the HS code for frozen chickpeas?

The HS code for frozen chickpeas is 0710.29.

Can frozen chickpeas be cooked before freezing?

Yes, HS code 0710.29 allows for chickpeas that have been cooked by steaming or boiling in water prior to being frozen, a process often referred to as blanching.