Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Green dried peas (HS 071310) in Vietnam function primarily as an import-supplied pulse commodity for domestic distribution and food processing. UN Comtrade data (via World Bank WITS) shows Vietnam importing dried peas, shelled in recent years, with Canada a leading supplier by value in 2023. Market access hinges on Vietnam’s plant quarantine framework for regulated plant products, including phytosanitary certification and border quarantine procedures before customs clearance. For retail circulation, imported pre-packaged foods must also meet Vietnam’s goods labeling requirements, and certain products may trigger food product self-declaration obligations depending on how they are marketed.
Market RoleNet importer
Domestic RoleImport-supplied pulse commodity used for domestic distribution and food processing
SeasonalityAvailability is generally year-round via imports; shipment timing depends on supplier availability and ocean freight schedules.
Specification
Primary VarietyGreen dried peas (Pisum sativum)
Physical Attributes- Uniform green color typical of green peas
- Low foreign matter (stones, stems, dirt) and minimal broken pieces (per buyer spec)
- Free from live insects and evidence of storage pest infestation (importer/authority inspection focus)
Compositional Metrics- Moisture control to prevent mold and quality deterioration during humid-season storage
- Protein content may be specified by industrial buyers depending on end use
Grades- Food-grade whole peas
- Food-grade split peas
Packaging- Bulk bags (typically woven polypropylene with inner liner) for processors and wholesalers
- Smaller retail packs for consumer sale with Vietnamese labeling as required
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Origin cleaning/drying/sorting → bagging → container loading → sea freight → Vietnam port arrival → plant quarantine registration and inspection → customs clearance (VNACCS) → importer warehousing → distribution to processors/wholesale/retail
Temperature- Ambient transport; keep cool and dry to avoid condensation and moisture uptake
Atmosphere Control- Dry, well-ventilated storage to reduce mold risk and storage pest development
Shelf Life- Shelf-stable if kept dry; quality degrades with moisture pickup, mold, and storage pest activity
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighNon-compliance with Vietnam plant quarantine import requirements (e.g., missing/invalid phytosanitary certificate for regulated plant products, or interception of quarantine pests) can trigger border delays, mandatory treatment (e.g., fumigation), or re-export/destruction actions and can prevent timely customs clearance.Confirm HS classification and whether the shipment is subject to plant quarantine; secure the correct phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country authority, align documents with Vietnam Plant Protection Department procedure requirements, and conduct pre-shipment inspection/cleaning to minimize pest/contaminant risk.
Logistics MediumOcean freight volatility and port disruption can raise landed costs and extend transit/clearance time, increasing storage risk (humidity exposure) and working-capital pressure for bulk pulses.Use moisture-protective packaging/liners, plan buffer lead times, and monitor freight and port conditions; consider diversified supplier origins and shipping schedules.
Food Safety MediumMoisture ingress during transit or storage can cause mold growth and quality deterioration; border and domestic controls may also scrutinize contamination indicators depending on the product’s intended use and labeling/food status.Specify moisture and foreign-matter limits in contracts, use container desiccants/liners when needed, document any pest-control treatments, and perform pre-shipment and arrival quality checks; if marketed as a pre-packaged food domestically, align testing and self-declaration steps with applicable Vietnamese requirements.
FAQ
What HS code is typically used for green dried peas when trading with Vietnam?Green dried peas are commonly classified under HS 071310 for dried peas (Pisum sativum), shelled, whether or not skinned or split. Confirm the exact code with your customs broker based on the product form (e.g., whole vs. split) and intended use.
What is the key phytosanitary document risk for importing dried peas into Vietnam?A key risk is arriving without the correct phytosanitary certificate (or with documentation that does not match the shipment) when the goods are treated as articles liable to plant quarantine. Vietnam’s plant quarantine framework requires appropriate certification and border quarantine procedures, and delays or enforcement actions can occur if requirements are not met.
When do Vietnam’s food self-declaration requirements matter for imported dried peas?They matter when the product is imported as a pre-packaged food intended for domestic sale and falls within the categories covered by Decree 15/2018/ND-CP. The same Decree also notes exemptions for products/raw materials imported only for export processing and not sold domestically, so the obligation depends on how the imported peas are marketed and used in Vietnam.