Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Dried chickpeas (garbanzos; HS 071320) in the Philippines are primarily an import-dependent pulse consumed domestically rather than a locally produced crop. UN Comtrade data as published via WITS reports Philippines imports of dried chickpeas, shelled at about USD 0.903 million (870,744 kg) in 2024, with India, the United States, and Canada among the largest suppliers. Import entry is shaped by plant quarantine and sanitary-phytosanitary requirements (notably BPI-issued SPS import clearance for plant products) plus Philippine FDA requirements depending on the product’s regulatory classification (e.g., raw material vs. pre-packaged food). As a result, the most material commercial risks are documentation/permit compliance and border inspection outcomes rather than local seasonality.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market (net importer)
Domestic RoleImported dried pulse used for retail, foodservice, and food manufacturing ingredient demand
Market GrowthMixed (2023–2024 (trade-value comparison))year-to-year import value volatility
Specification
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Origin cleaning/sorting and bagging → ocean freight to the Philippines → port inspection/clearance (BPI/FDA as applicable) → importer warehouse → retail/foodservice distribution
Temperature- Ambient storage with moisture control is critical; protect against humidity and water ingress during transit and warehousing
Shelf Life- Shelf life is generally long for properly dried pulses, but quality and acceptability can deteriorate with moisture exposure, mold, or insect infestation during storage
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighMissing or inconsistent BPI SPS import clearance (SPSIC) and/or applicable Philippine FDA permits (e.g., LTO/CPR or FDA clearance, where required) can block customs clearance and lead to seizure/refusal of entry or prolonged holds.Confirm the exact regulatory pathway (BPI-only vs. BPI + FDA) for the shipment’s product presentation; secure SPSIC prior to shipment, and align all documentation to the PNTR-listed permit set for HS 0713.20.90 scenarios.
Food Safety MediumQuality deterioration (mold, moisture damage, insect infestation) can trigger rejection, treatment requirements, or additional testing; PNTR flags Certificate of Analysis as potentially applicable for food imports.Use moisture-protective packaging and container desiccants where appropriate; require a supplier Certificate of Analysis and maintain pre-shipment inspection/testing aligned to importer/FDA expectations.
Logistics MediumOcean freight rate volatility and container availability can increase landed cost and disrupt delivery schedules for bulk dry pulses shipped by sea.Plan longer lead times, diversify origins/suppliers, and consider freight contracting strategies to reduce exposure during peak shipping periods.
FAQ
What permits and clearances are commonly referenced for importing dried chickpeas into the Philippines?The Philippine National Trade Repository (PNTR) entry for HS 0713.20.90 lists a Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearance (SPSIC) and notes Philippine FDA requirements such as a License to Operate (LTO), Certificate of Product Registration (CPR), or FDA clearance/notification depending on the product classification; it also flags a Certificate of Analysis as applicable in some cases.
Which agency issues the SPS import clearance for plant products in the Philippines?The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), through its National Plant Quarantine Services Division (NPQSD), provides the process guidance for applying for the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearance (SPSIC) prior to importation of plants and plant products for commercial purposes.
What HS code is commonly used to classify dried chickpeas for trade data and regulatory lookups?UNSD HS classification references list subheading HS 071320 for dried chickpeas (garbanzos), shelled, whether or not skinned or split; WITS/UN Comtrade trade data for the Philippines uses this HS 071320 anchor for dried chickpeas imports.