Dried Lentil Seeds for Sowing
Shelled dried lentil seeds (Lens culinaris) optimized for sowing in pulse crop farming. These are dried leguminous vegetables for propagation, distinct from culinary lentils, and fall under tariff item 0713.90.00 as other dried leguminous vegetables, shelled.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the seeds are classified as vegetable seeds for sowing
Heading 12.09 is more specific for seeds used for propagation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the seeds are certified for sowing and meet CFIA import requirements
• Provide a phytosanitary certificate if required by the country of origin
• Declare the goods under tariff item 0713.90.00 with a clear description
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Dried Black Beluga Lentils
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Dried Chickpea Seeds for Sowing
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