HS Code 0713

Dried Leguminous Vegetables (Pulses)

HS code 0713 is the global standard for dried leguminous vegetables like peas, beans, and lentils, whether whole, skinned, or split for consumption.

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HS Code 0713 — Dried Leguminous Vegetables (Pulses)

This code covers dried pulses such as lentils, chickpeas, and various types of beans. These items are shelled and often skinned or split, used commonly in staple diets and as a protein source.

What's included

  • Dried peas
  • Chickpeas (garbanzos)
  • Dried beans (kidney, navy, etc.)
  • Lentils
  • Broad beans (dried)

What's excluded

  • Fresh peas → use 0708 (Fresh or chilled pulses belong in 0708)

Common examples

  • Dried red lentils
  • Split green peas
  • Dried chickpeas in bulk
  • Dried black turtle beans
  • Dried mung beans

Frequently asked questions

Are these the same as seeds for sowing?

While functionally similar, if they are specifically packaged and certified for 'sowing', they remain in 0713 but under specific subheadings.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 30%
  • Documentation: India frequently adjusts import duties and quotas on these items to manage domestic prices.
  • Typical shipping mode: Bulk
  • Top exporters: Canada, Australia, Myanmar
  • Top importers: India, China, Pakistan

Key takeaway

Primary code for the international trade of dry staples like lentils and chickpeas.

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