HS Code for Horse beans

Horse beans (Vicia faba var. equina and Vicia faba var. minor) are classified under HS code 0713.50. This code is dedicated to dried leguminous vegetables that have been shelled, regardless of whether they have been skinned or split. The classification is based on the species and the state of the vegetable. Chapter 7 covers edible vegetables, and heading 0713 specifically addresses those in a dried, shelled state. Horse beans are closely related to broad beans (Vicia faba var. major), and both are grouped together under this subheading. To qualify for this code, the beans must be intended for human consumption or animal feed and must be in a dry state that allows for long-term storage. Fresh or chilled beans of the same species are excluded from this heading and are classified elsewhere based on their moisture content and preservation method. The distinction is vital for agricultural trade statistics and tariff application.

Products Included

• Dried horse beans (Vicia faba var. equina)
• Dried small-seeded horse beans (Vicia faba var. minor)
• Dried broad beans (Vicia faba var. major)
• Shelled and split horse beans

Common Misclassification

Horse beans are often misclassified under HS code 0708.90 if they are fresh or chilled. The 0713.50 code only applies to dried specimens. They may also be confused with other dried beans like kidney beans (0713.33) or chickpeas (0713.20). Furthermore, if the beans are intended for sowing and are specially treated/packaged as seeds, they might be confused with Chapter 12 codes, though 0713 generally retains them if they are dried leguminous vegetables.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Horse beans?

The HS code for dried, shelled horse beans and broad beans is 0713.50.

Are fresh horse beans classified under this code?

No, fresh or chilled horse beans are classified under HS code 0708.90. Code 0713.50 is reserved exclusively for the dried state.