Market
Dried peeled green bean is commonly traded as a low-moisture pulse ingredient, typically aligned with the HS 6-digit classification for dried, shelled beans of Vigna radiata (mung bean) (and related Vigna mungo), whether or not skinned or split. Global trade is concentrated in a limited set of exporting origins, with Myanmar a dominant exporter in recent UN Comtrade-based tabulations for HS 071331. On the demand side, major importing markets include India and China, alongside significant imports across East and Southeast Asia and the United States. Market dynamics are shaped by crop-year variability in rainfed production zones, policy and logistics conditions in key exporters, and strict buyer requirements on cleanliness, defects, and food safety for low-moisture foods.
Major Exporting Countries- 미얀마 [버마]Largest exporter by trade value under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 우즈베키스탄Major exporter under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 중국Major exporter under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 인도Major exporter under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 호주Major exporter under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries- 인도Largest importer by trade value under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 중국Second-largest importer by trade value under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 인도네시아Major importer under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 일본Major importer under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- 미국Major importer under HS 071331 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Risks
Supply Concentration And Political Risk HighUN Comtrade-based reporting (via WITS) shows a highly concentrated export base for HS 071331, with Myanmar the largest exporter in 2024. Disruptions linked to domestic instability, export policy changes, port operations, or financing/sanctions compliance can quickly tighten availability and raise prices for import-dependent markets.Qualify multiple origins and suppliers (e.g., Myanmar plus alternative exporters), use staged purchasing and safety stocks for critical periods, and implement robust trade-compliance screening and contingency routing.
Climate MediumMonsoon timing, drought, flooding, and heat stress can reduce yields and increase quality defects, amplifying volatility in exportable surplus for dried pulses including dehulled products.Track seasonal weather and planting progress in key origins, diversify crop-year exposure across regions, and tighten incoming quality specs in high-risk seasons.
Food Safety MediumLow-moisture foods can still carry pathogens (notably Salmonella) and may experience increased pathogen heat resistance at low water activity, making sanitation, dry-cleaning controls, and validated microbial reduction steps important across processing and packing environments.Apply Codex-aligned hygienic practices for low-moisture foods, require supplier food-safety programs (e.g., HACCP-based), and use risk-based microbiological verification for high-risk lots.
Quality And Storage MediumMoisture ingress, condensation during temperature swings, and storage pests can cause discoloration, off-odors, mold, and elevated defects—particularly for peeled/dehulled product with more exposed surfaces.Specify maximum moisture and defect limits contractually, use moisture-protective packaging and container practices, and implement integrated pest management and inspection at origin and destination.
Regulatory Compliance MediumShipments may face rejection or additional controls due to pesticide residue limits, contaminants, labeling rules, or phytosanitary requirements that vary by destination market and buyer program.Align grower spray programs to destination MRLs, maintain full lot traceability and COAs, and pre-validate documentation and inspection requirements with import agents.
Sustainability- Climate and rainfall variability in major rainfed pulse production zones can drive year-to-year supply volatility
- Post-harvest loss and food waste risks from improper drying, storage pests, and moisture management failures
FAQ
What HS code commonly covers dried, shelled mung beans (including peeled/skinned or split forms)?HS 071331 covers dried, shelled beans of the species Vigna radiata (mung bean) or Vigna mungo, and it explicitly includes product that is skinned (peeled) or split.
Which countries are leading exporters for HS 071331 in 2024?Based on UN Comtrade data presented via the World Bank’s WITS tool for 2024, Myanmar is the largest exporter of HS 071331, followed by other major exporters such as Uzbekistan, China, India, and Australia.
Which countries are leading importers for HS 071331 in 2024?Based on UN Comtrade data presented via the World Bank’s WITS tool for 2024, the largest importers of HS 071331 include India and China, with other major importers including Indonesia, Japan, and the United States.