Eston Green Lentils from Germany
Eston green lentils are a Canadian variety of whole, dried, shelled green lentils with dark speckles, classified in HTS 0713.40.20.20 as other green lentils. They are popular for their quick cooking time and nutty taste in soups. This code covers unsplit, unskinned forms beyond basic shelling.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Test for varietal purity to distinguish from split or small types, avoiding misclassification penalties
• Use ventilated containers to prevent mold during transit, maintaining 'dried' status
• Declare net weight accurately, as statistical notes emphasize shelled weight for leguminous imports