Harmonized System
U.S. imports of Fresh or Chilled Beans (Vigna & Phaseolus Species) (HS 070820) totaled $14.9M in August 2026, imported from 11 countries.
Importers of Fresh or Chilled Beans (Vigna & Phaseolus Species) paid $426K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 2.86% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Fresh or Chilled Beans (Vigna & Phaseolus Species) imports of $14.9M in August 2026 ran 23% below the year-to-date monthly average of $19.4M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataCovering both Vigna and Phaseolus genera, this heading captures a wide range of fresh pod beans — from yard-long beans (0708202005) and cowpeas (0708202010) to French-style snap beans (0708209020) and certified organic varieties (0708209040). Mexico and Guatemala together dominate US supply, with Nicaragua and El Salvador also contributing, reflecting the importance of Central American and Mexican growing regions to year-round US retail and foodservice channels. Lima beans entered between November 1 and May 31 (0708201000) carry a seasonally specific tariff line, making entry-date accuracy critical for that variety. FDA's Produce Safety Rule governs fresh bean imports, and importers should confirm that foreign growers meet FSMA-equivalent standards.
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1.3K import shipments a month
Lima beans entered between November 1 and May 31 are classified under 0708201000, which carries duty treatment tied to that specific seasonal window. Entries outside that date range fall under different lines, so the date of importation must be confirmed before filing to ensure the correct classification and applicable duty rate.
Yard-long beans (0708202005) and cowpeas other than black-eye peas (0708202010) are classified within the Vigna genus lines, separate from Phaseolus species such as snap and lima beans. The botanical genus of the bean — not just its common name — drives the correct 10-digit line selection, so importers should verify species identification with their supplier.
Subheading 1 of 3 in heading 0708
Subheading 070820 · $14.9M of $20.0M
ImportsExports
Imports
$14.9MYoY · free account
Exports
$2.8MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $228.0M of Fresh or Chilled Beans (Vigna & Phaseolus Species) and exported $73.5M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0708209060 | Beans (Phaseolus Spp.), Fresh or Chilled, NESOI | $7.0M | 0.37% | 3.30% | $26K |
| 0708209040 | Beans, Fresh/Chilled, Certified Organic, Other | $3.8M | 1.77% | 17.71% | $68K |
| 0708209020 | Beans, Fresh or Chilled, French Style | $3.5M | 8.97% | 89.65% | $313K |
| 0708209005 | Beans of the Genus Vigna, Fresh or Chilled, NESOI | $508K | 3.56% | 32.16% | $18K |
| 0708202005 | Yard-Long Beans, Fresh or Chilled | $6K | 0.00% | 0.00% | -- |
| 0708202010 | Cowpeas Frsh/Chlld Other Than Black-Eye Peas NESOI | $3K | 0.00% | 0.00% | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0708200000 | Beans (Vigna Spp., Phaseolus Spp.) Fresh or Chilld | $2.8M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Mexico and Guatemala together supply 93% of it. Nicaragua pays 12.5% duty; Mexico 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
71.7% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 2.86% of imports for consumption.