Fresh Red Lentils from Japan
Fresh red lentils, often split post-harvest but still chilled and fresh, qualify under HTS 0708.90.15.00 for shelled leguminous vegetables. They cook quickly and are popular in Middle Eastern cuisine.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Confirm splitting occurred pre-drying; true fresh splits stay in 0708
• Batch-test for moisture to distinguish from dried red lentils in 0713
• Partner with certified chillers to maintain chain of custody records