0713.33.10 - Seeds of a kind used for sowing

This HTS category, 0713.33.10, specifically covers seeds of kidney beans, including white pea beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), when they are intended for sowing. This classification is crucial as it distinguishes seed intended for propagation from dried leguminous vegetables destined for consumption. The primary criterion for inclusion here is the *intended use* of the beans as seed stock, irrespective of their physical characteristics beyond being seeds of the specified varieties.

This category differs from its sibling, "Other," by its precise focus on kidney beans and white pea beans intended for sowing. The "Other" category at this level would encompass seeds for sowing of leguminous vegetables other than those specified in the preceding subheadings. Therefore, if a seed is not a kidney bean or white pea bean, or if it is intended for consumption, it would fall elsewhere.

Within this category, further subdivisions exist to refine classification based on specific types of kidney or white pea beans. The subcategories "Navy or pea beans" and "Other" allow for a more granular categorization of these seeds, which may be important for specific import/export regulations or statistical purposes. This hierarchical structure ensures accurate identification and tracking of various types of leguminous seeds.