What defines fresh beans as a commodity?

Fresh beans are leguminous vegetables, either shelled or unshelled, that are harvested and sold in a fresh or chilled state. They belong to the species Vigna and Phaseolus.

How should fresh beans be stored to maintain quality?

Fresh beans should be kept refrigerated at temperatures close to 0 °C and protected from moisture loss. Maintaining a cold chain from harvest through transport prevents spoilage and preserves texture.

What quality checks are typical for fresh beans?

Buyers usually inspect beans for uniform size, colour, and firmness, and verify that they are free from mold, damage, or excessive moisture.

Fresh Beans

Fresh beans are leguminous vegetables such as Vigna and Phaseolus species that are sold either shelled or unshelled. They are marketed in a fresh or chilled condition for immediate consumption.

Prices, specifications and international trade for fresh beans under HS 070820.

Fresh Beans Price

$2,263USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Fresh Beans Historical Unit Values

Fresh beans is quoted in USD/t at MAR. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Fresh Beans Exports and Imports

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Morocco led reported fresh beans exports in 2025, at $300M.

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Fresh Beans Facts and HS Code

Fresh beans belongs to fresh vegetables within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 070820.

Fresh Beans HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Fresh vegetables — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes	070820
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	MAR

Production & Handling

Processing steps for fresh beans include Sorting, Cooling, Bulk packaging.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Chilled
Processing steps	Sorting Cooling Bulk packaging

Uses & Risks

Fresh beans is used in Fresh consumption.

End Uses

Fresh consumption
Eaten raw or cooked

Uses and Related Commodities

Downstream industries	Food service, Retail

Fresh Beans Questions

What defines fresh beans as a commodity?: Fresh beans are leguminous vegetables, either shelled or unshelled, that are harvested and sold in a fresh or chilled state. They belong to the species Vigna and Phaseolus.
How should fresh beans be stored to maintain quality?: Fresh beans should be kept refrigerated at temperatures close to 0 °C and protected from moisture loss. Maintaining a cold chain from harvest through transport prevents spoilage and preserves texture.
What quality checks are typical for fresh beans?: Buyers usually inspect beans for uniform size, colour, and firmness, and verify that they are free from mold, damage, or excessive moisture.