Frozen Brown Lentils
Frozen whole brown lentils are harvested, shelled, lightly cooked by steaming or boiling, then quick-frozen for preservation. HTS 0710.29.15.00 applies to these leguminous vegetables, ideal for salads and side dishes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for dried whole brown lentils
Dried forms of the same lentils are under 0713.10, reflecting state of preservation rather than processing.
If ground into lentil flour post-freezing
Milled or ground leguminous vegetables enter Chapter 11 for cereal flours and starches.
If classified as other frozen leguminous vegetables like chickpeas
Similar frozen legumes have specific subheadings; precise botanical identification is key.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct fiber content analysis if blended with other legumes to avoid misclassification
• Use FDA prior notice for frozen vegetables to expedite entry; include lot codes for traceability
Related Products under HTS 0710.29.15.00
Frozen Green Lentils
Frozen green lentils (Lens culinaris) are shelled leguminous vegetables that have been uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water before freezing. They fall under HTS 0710.29.15.00 as frozen lentils, distinct from fresh or dried forms, suitable for soups and stews after thawing.
Frozen Red Lentils
Frozen red lentils are split and skinned varieties of Lens culinaris, frozen after cooking by steaming or boiling. Classified under HTS 0710.29.15.00 for frozen shelled lentils, they are commonly used in Indian dals and ready meals.
IQF Frozen Lentils
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) lentils are shelled green or brown varieties frozen post-steaming for separate thawing. HTS 0710.29.15.00 covers these frozen leguminous vegetables, popular in foodservice for portion control.
Frozen Masoor Dal Lentils
Frozen masoor dal refers to red split lentils (Lens culinaris), cooked by boiling then frozen for export. Classified in HTS 0710.29.15.00 as frozen lentils, staple in South Asian cuisine.
Frozen Organic Lentils
Certified organic frozen lentils meet USDA standards, shelled and frozen after boiling or steaming without synthetic preservatives. Under HTS 0710.29.15.00 per statistical notes on certified organic vegetables, for health-focused retail.