0713.39.21 - If entered for consumption during the period from May 1 to August 31, inclusive, in any year

This HTS classification, 0713.39.21, specifically covers dried, shelled beans of the genus *Vigna* or *Phaseolus* (other than specific types already classified), which are further designated as "other" within the broader category of beans. The crucial differentiating factor for this subclassification is the timing of entry for consumption. Goods falling under this heading are entered for consumption during the period from May 1 to August 31, inclusive, in any given year. This temporal restriction is a key determinant for accurate classification.

The primary distinction between this category and its sibling, 0713.39.41, lies solely in the entry period. While both relate to the same types of dried beans, 0713.39.41 applies to entries made outside the May 1 to August 31 window, or when withdrawn for consumption at any time without regard to that specific period. Therefore, the physical characteristics or type of bean itself are secondary to the timing of its entry for customs purposes in differentiating these two subheadings.

Within 0713.39.21, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on the specific variety of bean. These subcategories, such as black beans, Great Northern beans, various types of lima beans, pinto beans, and other white beans, allow for more granular tracking and statistical reporting. The existence of an "other" category (0713.39.21.70) ensures that any dried leguminous beans falling under the general description of "other beans" and meeting the seasonal entry criteria, but not specifically listed in the preceding subcategories, are appropriately classified.