Chapter 07 covers all edible vegetables, roots and tubers, including fresh, chilled, frozen, temporarily preserved, etc. This chapter is an important chapter for agricultural products in the HS classification, involving common vegetable categories in international trade. Within the chapter, headings are divided by vegetable type and processing state, such as 0701 potatoes, 0702 tomatoes, 0703 onions, etc. Goods in this chapter need to be distinguished from Chapter 6 live plants and Chapter 20 vegetable preparations, with the core being the degree of processing and preservation state. Heading 0708 specifically refers to fresh or chilled leguminous vegetables, including peas, cowpeas, beans, etc. Under this heading, it is further subdivided by specific variety: 070810 peas, 070820 cowpeas and beans, 070890 other fresh leguminous vegetables. The heading covers fresh beans whether shelled or unshelled, but they must remain in fresh or chilled state, excluding frozen (classified under 0710) or dried (classified under 0713) leguminous vegetables. The first 2 digits 07 represent Chapter 7 'Edible vegetables, roots and tubers', covering all primary forms of edible vegetables. The 3rd-4th digits 08 indicate heading 0708, i.e., fresh or chilled leguminous vegetables, distinguished from 0701 potatoes, 0702 tomatoes, etc. The 5th-6th digits 90 are the subheading, meaning 'other', i.e., fresh leguminous vegetables not listed in 070810 or 070820. 070810 is peas, 070820 is cowpeas and beans, therefore 070890 covers other leguminous vegetables besides peas, cowpeas and beans, such as lentils, broad beans, chickpeas, etc. This commodity is fresh other leguminous vegetables. Since it does not belong to peas (070810) or cowpeas and beans (070820), it is classified under 070890. At the same time, its state is fresh or chilled, not frozen or dried, therefore it is not classified under 0710 or 0713. If it were frozen leguminous vegetables, it should be classified under 0710; if dried, under 0713. Therefore, according to variety and preservation state, it is correctly classified under 070890.
Chapter
Chapter 07 covers all edible vegetables, roots and tubers, including fresh, chilled, frozen, temporarily preserved, etc. This chapter is an important chapter for agricultural products in the HS classification, involving common vegetable categories in international trade. Within the chapter, headings are divided by vegetable type and processing state, such as 0701 potatoes, 0702 tomatoes, 0703 onions, etc. Goods in this chapter need to be distinguished from Chapter 6 live plants and Chapter 20 vegetable preparations, with the core being the degree of processing and preservation state.
Heading
Heading 0708 specifically refers to fresh or chilled leguminous vegetables, including peas, cowpeas, beans, etc. Under this heading, it is further subdivided by specific variety: 070810 peas, 070820 cowpeas and beans, 070890 other fresh leguminous vegetables. The heading covers fresh beans whether shelled or unshelled, but they must remain in fresh or chilled state, excluding frozen (classified under 0710) or dried (classified under 0713) leguminous vegetables.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 07 represent Chapter 7 'Edible vegetables, roots and tubers', covering all primary forms of edible vegetables. The 3rd-4th digits 08 indicate heading 0708, i.e., fresh or chilled leguminous vegetables, distinguished from 0701 potatoes, 0702 tomatoes, etc. The 5th-6th digits 90 are the subheading, meaning 'other', i.e., fresh leguminous vegetables not listed in 070810 or 070820. 070810 is peas, 070820 is cowpeas and beans, therefore 070890 covers other leguminous vegetables besides peas, cowpeas and beans, such as lentils, broad beans, chickpeas, etc.
Classification Basis
This commodity is fresh other leguminous vegetables. Since it does not belong to peas (070810) or cowpeas and beans (070820), it is classified under 070890. At the same time, its state is fresh or chilled, not frozen or dried, therefore it is not classified under 0710 or 0713. If it were frozen leguminous vegetables, it should be classified under 0710; if dried, under 0713. Therefore, according to variety and preservation state, it is correctly classified under 070890.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, which should use standardized Chinese or English commodity names, such as 'fresh lentils', 'fresh broad beans', etc. State: Indicate the preservation state of the commodity, such as 'fresh' or 'chilled'. For chilled, the temperature conditions must be specified. Variety: The Latin scientific name or common name of the specific leguminous variety, such as lentil (Lablab purpureus), broad bean (Vicia faba), etc. Shelled or Unshelled: Indicate whether the leguminous vegetables are in pods, such as 'in pods' or 'shelled', which affects the determination of processing state. Packaging Specifications: Describe the packaging method, such as 'plastic bag', 'carton' and the weight or quantity per package. Origin: The country or region of origin of the goods, used to determine tariff treatment and trade statistics. Brand: If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if no brand, indicate 'none'. Product Name: Fresh lentils; State: Fresh; Variety: Lentil (Lablab purpureus); Shelled or Unshelled: In pods; Packaging Specifications: Plastic bag, 500 grams per bag; Origin: Thailand; Brand: None. Mistakenly declaring chilled leguminous vegetables as frozen, leading to classification under 0710 instead of 0708. Failure to provide specific variety, leading to confusion with peas or cowpeas. Neglecting shelled state, affecting processing determination.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, which should use standardized Chinese or English commodity names, such as 'fresh lentils', 'fresh broad beans', etc.
⚠️ Writing only 'leguminous vegetables' is too general and does not specify the specific variety.
State
Indicate the preservation state of the commodity, such as 'fresh' or 'chilled'. For chilled, the temperature conditions must be specified.
⚠️ Incorrectly writing 'frozen' or 'dried', leading to classification errors.
Variety
The Latin scientific name or common name of the specific leguminous variety, such as lentil (Lablab purpureus), broad bean (Vicia faba), etc.
⚠️ Failure to provide the scientific name, leading to confusion with peas or cowpeas.
Shelled or Unshelled
Indicate whether the leguminous vegetables are in pods, such as 'in pods' or 'shelled', which affects the determination of processing state.
⚠️ Omitting this element may affect classification.
Packaging Specifications
Describe the packaging method, such as 'plastic bag', 'carton' and the weight or quantity per package.
⚠️ Failure to specify packaging, affecting customs inspection and statistics.
Origin
The country or region of origin of the goods, used to determine tariff treatment and trade statistics.
⚠️ Inaccurate filling or inconsistency with transport documents.
Brand
If there is a brand, the brand name must be declared; if no brand, indicate 'none'.
⚠️ Neglecting brand declaration, leading to intellectual property issues.
Example： Product Name: Fresh lentils; State: Fresh; Variety: Lentil (Lablab purpureus); Shelled or Unshelled: In pods; Packaging Specifications: Plastic bag, 500 grams per bag; Origin: Thailand; Brand: None.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly declaring chilled leguminous vegetables as frozen, leading to classification under 0710 instead of 0708.
Failure to provide specific variety, leading to confusion with peas or cowpeas.
The core basis for classification is the commodity variety and preservation state. First, confirm it belongs to leguminous vegetables, excluding vegetables of other families. Second, confirm the state is fresh or chilled, excluding frozen (0710) or dried (0713). Finally, subdivide by variety: peas under 070810, cowpeas and beans under 070820, and the rest under 070890. If shelled leguminous vegetables, they are still classified by variety, but attention must be paid to the degree of processing. 070810 Fresh or chilled peas: 070810 specifically refers to peas, whether in pods or shelled, while 070890 is other leguminous vegetables, such as lentils, broad beans, etc. 070820 Fresh or chilled cowpeas and beans: 070820 covers cowpeas and beans, while 070890 is other leguminous vegetables besides peas, cowpeas and beans. 0710 Frozen vegetables: 0710 is frozen leguminous vegetables, regardless of variety, while 0708 requires fresh or chilled state. 0713 Dried leguminous vegetables: 0713 is dried leguminous vegetables, such as dried lentils, while 0708 is fresh or chilled state. Confirm the commodity is leguminous vegetables. Confirm the state is fresh or chilled. Confirm the variety is not peas, cowpeas or beans. Confirm it has not been frozen or dried. Check whether the declaration elements are complete and accurate.
Basis
The core basis for classification is the commodity variety and preservation state. First, confirm it belongs to leguminous vegetables, excluding vegetables of other families. Second, confirm the state is fresh or chilled, excluding frozen (0710) or dried (0713). Finally, subdivide by variety: peas under 070810, cowpeas and beans under 070820, and the rest under 070890. If shelled leguminous vegetables, they are still classified by variety, but attention must be paid to the degree of processing.
Confused Codes：
070810 - Fresh or chilled peas
070810 specifically refers to peas, whether in pods or shelled, while 070890 is other leguminous vegetables, such as lentils, broad beans, etc.
070820 - Fresh or chilled cowpeas and beans
070820 covers cowpeas and beans, while 070890 is other leguminous vegetables besides peas, cowpeas and beans.
0710 - Frozen vegetables
0710 is frozen leguminous vegetables, regardless of variety, while 0708 requires fresh or chilled state.
0713 - Dried leguminous vegetables
0713 is dried leguminous vegetables, such as dried lentils, while 0708 is fresh or chilled state.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm the commodity is leguminous vegetables.
✓ Confirm the state is fresh or chilled.
✓ Confirm the variety is not peas, cowpeas or beans.
✓ Confirm it has not been frozen or dried.
✓ Check whether the declaration elements are complete and accurate.
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the tariff rate for HS code 070890? You can inquire through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the International Trade Single Window by entering HS code 070890 to view the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, etc. Rates may change, and the latest announcement should prevail. What is the difference in HS codes between fresh lentils and frozen lentils? Fresh lentils are classified under 070890, and frozen lentils under 0710. The processing states are different, and a strict distinction between fresh/chilled and frozen must be made during classification. How to distinguish between 070890 and 070820? 070820 specifically refers to cowpeas and beans, while 070890 is other leguminous vegetables, such as lentils, broad beans, chickpeas, etc. The specific variety name must be provided during declaration. What quarantine approvals are required for importing fresh leguminous vegetables? An import animal and plant quarantine permit must be obtained, and the quarantine requirements of the exporting country and China must be met. For details, consult customs or quarantine authorities. What are the consequences of omitting brand information during declaration? It may lead to failure of customs inspection, affecting customs clearance efficiency, and may even involve intellectual property infringement issues. It is recommended to declare the brand truthfully. What is the export tax rebate rate for 070890? The export tax rebate rate must be determined according to the policy of the current year. You can check the export tax rebate rate library published by the State Taxation Administration. Different varieties may be subject to different rebate rates. How to declare the packaging specifications of fresh leguminous vegetables? The packaging method, material and weight or quantity per package should be described in detail, such as 'plastic bag, 500 grams per bag', to facilitate customs statistics and inspection. If leguminous vegetables are temporarily preserved in brine, which code should they be classified under? Temporarily preserved leguminous vegetables (such as soaked in brine) are classified under 0711, not 0708. 0708 only applies to fresh or chilled state.
Q: How to inquire about the tariff rate for HS code 070890?
A: You can inquire through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the International Trade Single Window by entering HS code 070890 to view the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, etc. Rates may change, and the latest announcement should prevail.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between fresh lentils and frozen lentils?
A: Fresh lentils are classified under 070890, and frozen lentils under 0710. The processing states are different, and a strict distinction between fresh/chilled and frozen must be made during classification.
Q: How to distinguish between 070890 and 070820?
A: 070820 specifically refers to cowpeas and beans, while 070890 is other leguminous vegetables, such as lentils, broad beans, chickpeas, etc. The specific variety name must be provided during declaration.
Q: What quarantine approvals are required for importing fresh leguminous vegetables?
A: An import animal and plant quarantine permit must be obtained, and the quarantine requirements of the exporting country and China must be met. For details, consult customs or quarantine authorities.
Q: What are the consequences of omitting brand information during declaration?
A: It may lead to failure of customs inspection, affecting customs clearance efficiency, and may even involve intellectual property infringement issues. It is recommended to declare the brand truthfully.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 070890?
A: The export tax rebate rate must be determined according to the policy of the current year. You can check the export tax rebate rate library published by the State Taxation Administration. Different varieties may be subject to different rebate rates.
Q: How to declare the packaging specifications of fresh leguminous vegetables?
A: The packaging method, material and weight or quantity per package should be described in detail, such as 'plastic bag, 500 grams per bag', to facilitate customs statistics and inspection.
Q: If leguminous vegetables are temporarily preserved in brine, which code should they be classified under?
A: Temporarily preserved leguminous vegetables (such as soaked in brine) are classified under 0711, not 0708. 0708 only applies to fresh or chilled state.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.