0713.60 - Pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan):

This HTS category, 0713.60, specifically classifies dried, shelled pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan). These legumes, also known as Congo peas or gungo peas, are distinguished from other dried leguminous vegetables by their unique botanical classification and characteristic appearance. Unlike peas (0713.10), chickpeas (0713.20), beans (0713.3x), lentils (0713.40), or broad/horse beans (0713.50), pigeon peas are not typically consumed in the same culinary applications and possess distinct physical attributes, such as size, shape, and color, which are crucial for accurate tariff identification.

The subclassification within 0713.60 is primarily based on the intended use of the pigeon peas. The heading "Of a kind used for sowing" (0713.60.10.00) applies to seeds that meet specific germination and purity standards for agricultural planting. All other dried pigeon peas, intended for consumption as food or for other industrial uses, fall under the "Other" designation, encompassing the vast majority of commercially traded pigeon peas. This distinction is vital for customs purposes, as certain agricultural products may be subject to different regulations or duties.