Frozen Brown Lentils from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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