Fresh Green Lentils from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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