What is the definition of frozen beans?

Frozen beans are leguminous vegetables (vigna spp. or phaseolus spp.) that may be shelled or unshelled, and are either uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water before being frozen.

How should frozen beans be stored to maintain quality?

Frozen beans should be kept at temperatures below -18 °C throughout storage and transport to preserve their texture and nutritional value.

Can frozen beans be used directly in cooking after thawing?

Yes, frozen beans can be cooked directly after thawing or added straight to soups, stews, and stir‑fries, as they are already steamed or boiled before freezing.

Frozen Beans

Frozen beans are leguminous vegetables that have been shelled or unshelled and frozen after being uncooked or briefly steamed or boiled. They are sold as a processed frozen product for use in food preparation.

Prices, specifications and international trade for frozen beans under HS 071022.

Frozen Beans Price

$1,405USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Frozen Beans Historical Unit Values

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

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Frozen Beans Exports and Imports

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Belgium led reported frozen beans exports in 2025, at $167M.

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Frozen Beans Specifications and Quality

Frozen beans grading factors include Frozen condition.

Grading Factors

Quality assessment for frozen beans considers Frozen condition.

Frozen condition
Product must be frozen at the time of shipment and remain frozen throughout handling.

Frozen Beans Facts and HS Code

Frozen beans belongs to processed produce within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 071022.

Frozen Beans HS Code

Product type	Intermediate
Form	Frozen
Position in the chain	Processed
Category	Processed produce — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes	071022
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	BEL

Production & Handling

Processing steps for frozen beans include Cleaning, Blanching, Freezing.

Production and Storage

Perishability	Low
Temperature regime	Frozen
Processing steps	Cleaning Blanching Freezing

Uses & Risks

Frozen beans uses, related products and documented risks.

Sourcing risks

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
Cold chain interruption LogisticsHigh Frozen beans require uninterrupted refrigeration; any break can cause thawing, microbial growth, and quality loss.	Logistics	High	Maintain continuous temperature monitoring and backup power for refrigeration units.
Tariff fluctuations PolicyMedium Changes in import duties for frozen vegetables can affect cost and market access for frozen beans.	Policy	Medium	Track tariff schedules and diversify sourcing to mitigate impact of rate changes.

Frozen Beans Questions

What is the definition of frozen beans?: Frozen beans are leguminous vegetables (vigna spp. or phaseolus spp.) that may be shelled or unshelled, and are either uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water before being frozen.
How should frozen beans be stored to maintain quality?: Frozen beans should be kept at temperatures below -18 °C throughout storage and transport to preserve their texture and nutritional value.
Can frozen beans be used directly in cooking after thawing?: Yes, frozen beans can be cooked directly after thawing or added straight to soups, stews, and stir‑fries, as they are already steamed or boiled before freezing.