Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Dried white bean in China is a shelf-stable legume commodity supplied primarily by domestic cultivation, with localized branded origins in some producing counties. Documented production and harvest activity includes Yunnan (e.g., Yunlong County) and northeastern provinces such as Heilongjiang and Liaoning. Beyond household and foodservice use, some domestic value addition is reported in producing areas (e.g., development of ready-to-eat products and use as raw material for white kidney bean extract ingredients). For importers, market access is strongly shaped by China Customs (GACC) import food safety oversight and overseas producer registration requirements, including an announced regulatory update effective June 1, 2026.
Market RoleMajor producer and domestic consumer market
Domestic RoleDomestic food legume for cooking and food processing; localized value-added processing is reported in some producing areas (e.g., ready-to-eat products and extract-related ingredient supply).
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
SeasonalityHarvest timing is region-dependent; local reporting from Yunnan indicates an October harvest window for white kidney beans in some counties, while dried storage enables broader year-round market availability.
Specification
Primary VarietyWhite kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Farm/cooperative collection → drying → cleaning/sorting → bagging → wholesale distribution and food manufacturing
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighFailure of the overseas producer to meet China’s GACC overseas producer registration requirements for imported foods can block or delay customs clearance for dried white beans; compliance planning is especially critical ahead of the updated overseas producer registration regulation effective June 1, 2026.Validate the facility’s GACC registration status and validity period before contracting; align exporter–importer documentation and product description/HS classification with the importer’s China Customs clearance plan.
Regulatory Change MediumA new GACC overseas producer registration regulation is published to take effect on June 1, 2026, creating transition risk (process changes, updated responsibilities, or documentation expectations) for dried bean exporters and China importers.Conduct a pre-shipment regulatory check against the effective-date regime and confirm any transitional arrangements with the Chinese importer and relevant competent authority.
Food Safety MediumNon-compliance with China’s national food safety standards governing pesticide residues and contaminants can trigger detention, rejection, or corrective actions for imported dried beans.Implement pre-shipment testing and retain certificates of analysis aligned to China’s applicable GB food safety standards for pesticide residues (GB 2763) and contaminants (GB 2762), as applicable to beans.
Logistics MediumOcean freight and port/clearance variability can materially affect landed cost and delivery reliability for imported dried white beans into China, particularly for contract-sensitive shipments.Use buffer lead times, diversify ports/routes where feasible, and contract with clear demurrage/detention and quality-hold responsibilities.
FAQ
What is the main regulatory deal-breaker for shipping dried white beans into China?The most common clearance blocker is regulatory non-compliance with China Customs (GACC) requirements for imported foods—especially the overseas producer registration regime (Decree No. 248, effective January 1, 2022) and the published updated registration regulation that will take effect on June 1, 2026 (Decree No. 280). If the exporter’s facility is not properly registered under the applicable regime, shipments can face delay or refusal at entry.
Is dried white bean supply in China seasonal?Yes, production and harvest timing is region-dependent. For example, local reporting from Yunlong County in Yunnan indicates an October harvest season for white kidney beans there, while the dried form enables storage that supports broader year-round availability in trade and distribution.
Which food-safety compliance areas most often matter for dried beans entering China?Two recurring compliance areas are pesticide residues and chemical contaminants. China’s national food safety standards include GB 2763 for pesticide maximum residue limits and GB 2762 for maximum levels of contaminants in foods; importers typically manage risk with supplier controls and pre-shipment testing aligned to the relevant GB requirements for beans.