Product classification
HS code for White beans: 0713.33
Vegetables, leguminous, kidney beans, including white pea beans (phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Classification of white beans under HS 0713.33
The classification of white beans under HS code 0713.33 is determined by the botanical genus Phaseolus and the physical state of the product. According to the General Interpretative Rules (GRI) and the Chapter 7 notes of the Harmonized System, heading 0713 covers dried leguminous vegetables that have been shelled, whether or not they are skinned or split. White beans, which include varieties such as navy beans, cannellini beans, and great northern beans, are scientifically classified as Phaseolus vulgaris. To fall under this specific subheading, the beans must be in a dried state, which serves as a preservation method distinct from the fresh or chilled state found in heading 0708. The classification process requires verifying that the beans have not been cooked or otherwise prepared, as any heat treatment or preservation in liquid would shift the classification to Chapter 20. This code is essential for international trade statistics and the application of agricultural tariffs, ensuring that dried pulses are distinguished from fresh produce and processed food preparations.
- Covers
- Dried navy beans
- Dried cannellini beans
- Dried great northern beans
- Dried white pea beans
- Dried coco beans
- Dried alubia beans
- Also under 0713.33
- Goya Dried Red Kidney Beans
- Bush's Best Dried Navy Beans
- S&W Dried Pinto Beans
- Bob's Red Mill Black Beans
Codes often confused with 0713.33
Common mistake. White beans are frequently misclassified under HS code 0708.20, which is reserved for fresh or chilled beans. The primary distinction is the moisture content and the method of preservation. Another common error is using HS code 2005.51, which applies to beans that have been prepared or preserved, such as canned white beans in brine or sauce. Additionally, if the beans are intended for sowing and are specifically packaged and identified as such, they might be confused with other agricultural codes, though 0713.33 remains the primary classification for the species Phaseolus vulgaris in dried form.
Top exporters and importers of HS 071333 (the code used for white beans), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 071333 (the code used for white beans) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 11% 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 071333, not only white beans.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $306M 15% of world exports
- 2 Egypt $305M 15% of world exports
- 3 Argentina $234M 11% of world exports
World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $257M 11% of world imports
- 2 Italy $221M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 India $125M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $2.4B 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 white beans
Brazil splits HS 0713.33 into 6 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0713.33.11Dried black beans for sowing
- 0713.33.19Dried black beans, not for sowing
- 0713.33.21Dried white beans for sowing
- 0713.33.29Dried white beans, not for sowing
- 0713.33.91Other dried kidney beans for sowing
- 0713.33.99Other dried kidney beans, not for sowing
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about white beans
What is the HS code for White beans?
The HS code for White beans is 071333 (Vegetables, leguminous; kidney beans, including white pea beans (phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried). The HS code for dried white beans, specifically kidney beans and white pea beans of the species Phaseolus vulgaris, is 0713.33.
How do I classify White beans for customs?
White beans is classified under HS code 071333 — Vegetables, leguminous; kidney beans, including white pea beans (phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include canned white beans?
No, canned white beans are classified under HS code 2005.51, as they are considered prepared or preserved vegetables rather than simply dried.
Which countries are the top exporters of white beans (HS 071333)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 071333 (the code used for white beans) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($306M, 15% of world exports), Egypt ($305M) and Argentina ($234M). World exports came to about $2.1B, 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 white beans (HS 071333)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 071333 (the code used for white beans) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($257M, 11% of world imports), Italy ($221M) and India ($125M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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 White beans the same in all countries?
The base HS code 071333 for White 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 white beans in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 071333 into 6 NCM codes, so the right one for white beans depends on the product's details: 0713.33.11 (Dried black beans for sowing), 0713.33.19 (Dried black beans, not for sowing), 0713.33.21 (Dried white beans for sowing), 0713.33.29 (Dried white beans, not for sowing), 0713.33.91 (Other dried kidney beans for sowing), 0713.33.99 (Other dried kidney beans, not for sowing).