Frozen Leguminous Vegetables, Not Elsewhere Specified

Heading 071029 covers chickpeas that have been frozen — whether raw or pre-cooked by steaming or boiling — and are imported in that frozen state. Dried chickpeas, regardless of whether they were briefly soaked or processed, are classified in Chapter 7 under the dried legume headings (071320 series) or Chapter 20 if prepared. The moisture content and preservation method at the time of importation are the key distinguishing factors.

Peru has a well-developed agro-export sector specializing in Andean legumes — including various bean and pea varieties — with cold-chain processing infrastructure oriented toward North American and European markets. Importers sourcing from Peru should verify FDA facility registration and current USDA APHIS phytosanitary conditions for the specific product.