0708.20.20.10 - Other 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This classification pertains to cowpeas, excluding black-eye peas, which fall under the broader category of leguminous vegetables. Cowpeas, scientifically known as *Vigna unguiculata*, are a distinct variety of bean characterized by their unique cultural and culinary significance in various global cuisines. This category specifically enumerates cowpeas that are presented either shelled or unshelled, in a fresh or chilled state, for import and export purposes.
The distinction between this code and its sibling, 0708.20.20.05, lies in the specific botanical variety. While 0708.20.20.05 exclusively covers yard-long beans (*Vigna unguiculata subsp., Sesquipedalis*), this code encompasses all other varieties of cowpeas that do not fit the yard-long bean description. This differentiation is crucial for accurate tariff application, as distinct varieties may have varying trade flows or require specific regulatory attention.
As a leaf node within the HTS structure, 0708.20.20.10 represents the most granular level for classifying these particular cowpeas. Therefore, it does not have further subcategories. Classification under this code relies on the positive identification of the commodity as a cowpea, that is not a yard-long bean, and its presentation as fresh or chilled, shelled or unshelled, aligning directly with the descriptions provided at the parent levels of beans and leguminous vegetables.