Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Dried red kidney bean (HS 071333) is a niche pulse item in Thailand, supplied through imports and distributed via ingredient traders, wholesalers, and modern retail. UN Comtrade data (via WITS) shows Thailand both importing and exporting HS 071333, indicating some repacking and/or regional redistribution in addition to domestic use. Market availability is effectively year-round because the product is shelf-stable and can be held in dry storage. The most trade-critical operational constraint is compliance with Thailand’s plant quarantine import controls for plant products.
Market RoleSmall-volume trader and redistribution market (both imports and exports recorded)
Domestic RoleImport-supplied niche ingredient for retail, foodservice, and food manufacturing applications
SeasonalityYear-round market availability supported by imports and dry storage (no harvest-driven seasonality signal in-market).
Specification
Primary VarietyRed kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Physical Attributes- Uniform red color and consistent seed size
- Low foreign matter (stones, stems, soil) and low broken-bean rate
- Low insect damage/holes and minimal moldy or discolored beans
Compositional Metrics- Moisture-controlled for safe dry storage and to reduce mold risk during tropical warehousing
Grades- Importer grades commonly defined by size range, defect limits (broken/discolored), and foreign matter tolerance
Packaging- Bulk: moisture-protected bags suitable for containerized sea freight and warehouse stacking
- Retail: consumer packs requiring Thai-language labeling where sold as prepackaged food
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Origin cleaning/grading → bagging → containerized sea freight → Thai port/ICD → Department of Agriculture plant quarantine inspection → customs clearance → importer warehouse (dry storage) → wholesale/retail/food manufacturing
Temperature- Dry, cool storage to prevent condensation and moisture uptake (no cold chain required)
Shelf Life- Shelf life is long if kept dry; quality loss risk increases with humidity exposure, insect infestation, and poor warehouse hygiene
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Phytosanitary HighThailand’s plant quarantine import controls (administered by the Department of Agriculture) can block or delay dried kidney bean shipments if the commodity status is misclassified or if required permissions/certification and inspection steps are not met.Confirm the article’s DOA status (prohibited/restricted/unprohibited) before contracting; secure any required DOA permits; align exporter documentation to DOA requirements and route entry via the appropriate plant quarantine station.
Food Safety MediumQuality and safety non-conformities (e.g., mold, foreign matter, pest contamination) can trigger buyer rejection and/or regulatory actions, especially for retail-prepackaged products subject to Thai FDA labeling and food control expectations.Use pre-shipment QA (moisture control, foreign matter screening, infestation checks) and keep a Thai-market compliance checklist covering labeling where applicable.
Quality Degradation MediumThailand’s hot/humid conditions increase the risk of moisture uptake, mold growth, and insect activity during warehousing if packaging and storage controls are weak.Specify moisture-protective packaging, require dry-warehouse standards, and implement incoming inspection plus periodic fumigation/monitoring where appropriate.
Logistics MediumFreight-rate volatility and transit-time variability can change landed costs and raise condensation risk if containers encounter temperature swings and poor ventilation management.Plan shipments with buffer lead time, use appropriate liners/desiccants where needed, and include freight-adjustment clauses for longer-term supply agreements.
FAQ
What HS code is typically used for dried kidney beans in Thailand trade statistics and classification?Trade statistics commonly use HS 6-digit code 071333 for dried kidney beans. For actual clearance, Thailand uses an 11-digit national tariff line, so importers typically confirm the exact line and duty treatment in the Thai Customs Integrated Tariff Database (ITD).
What are the main plant-quarantine compliance expectations when importing dried kidney beans into Thailand?Thailand’s Department of Agriculture (DOA) administers plant quarantine controls for imports of plant products. Importers should confirm the commodity’s status (prohibited/restricted/unprohibited), obtain any required DOA permission in advance, and provide the required phytosanitary certification and inspection steps at the plant quarantine station when applicable.
Do retail packs of dried kidney beans need Thai-language labeling before entry into Thailand?If the product is sold as a prepackaged food, Thai FDA/MOPH labeling requirements apply and Thai labeling should be affixed before entry for import shipments where required; non-compliance can lead to seizure at entry according to the U.S. Thailand Country Commercial Guide summary.