Fresh Green Lentils from Germany
Fresh green lentils (Lens culinaris) are harvested at peak ripeness and chilled for preservation, classified under HTS 0708.90.15.00 as shelled leguminous vegetables, fresh or chilled. They are typically small, green legumes used in salads or quick-cooking dishes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify phytosanitary certificates confirming freshness and freedom from pests, as required for fresh vegetables
• Declare exact variety (e.g
• green vs. brown) and shelled status to avoid misclassification into dried lentil codes
• Monitor temperature logs during transit to maintain 'chilled' status and prevent reclassification as dried goods