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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried rather than frozen
Dried lentils, even if previously cooked, are classified under heading 0713 for dried leguminous vegetables, excluding frozen provisions.
If processed into splits or flour
Lentil splits or ground forms are considered further processed and fall under other dried leguminous vegetable subheadings.
If unshelled peas mistaken for lentils
Unshelled leguminous vegetables like peas have separate headings; lentils must be properly identified as Lens culinaris.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the lentils were frozen after steaming or boiling in water, as per Chapter 7 notes, to confirm suitability under 0710
• Provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary documentation to meet FDA import requirements for frozen vegetables
• Avoid common pitfalls like declaring as dried lentils (0713), which changes the tariff rate significantly
Related Products under HTS 0710.29.15.00
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 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.
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.