French Green Du Puy Lentils
French green lentils from the Puy region in France are dark speckled, dried, shelled legumes classified under HTS 0713.40.20.20 as 'green lentils, including French green (dark speckled) - other.' Prized for their firm texture and earthy flavor in gourmet dishes. They are not split or skinned beyond basic shelling.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from Canada
Canadian green lentils have a specific subheading under 0713.40.30, distinguishing by origin while same product type.
If further milled into flour
Milled lentil products shift to Chapter 11 as cereal flours and starches, not whole dried legumes.
If mixed with other leguminous vegetables
Mixtures of dried shelled legumes fall under 0713.90 'other' rather than pure lentils.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include PDO certification for Du Puy lentils to support premium pricing and accurate HTS verification
• Ensure no additives or preservatives to stay within dried leguminous vegetables; otherwise, risks 0711 classification
• Check for fumigation records, as lentils are prone to pests, to avoid quarantine delays at US ports
Related Products under HTS 0713.40.20.20
Pardina Green Lentils
Pardina green lentils are a Spanish variety of small, speckled green lentils that are dried and shelled, fitting under HTS 0713.40.20.20 as 'other green lentils, including French green (dark speckled).' They retain their shape when cooked, making them ideal for salads and stews. This classification applies to dried, shelled lentils not otherwise specified.
Eston Green Lentils
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.
Australian Green Lentils
Dried, shelled Australian green lentils with speckled appearance fall under HTS 0713.40.20.20 as other green lentils including French green types. Known for high yield and robust flavor in Mediterranean recipes. Whole form distinguishes from split or processed variants.
Speckled Green Lentils
Speckled green lentils are dried, shelled whole lentils with dark spots, explicitly covered by HTS 0713.40.20.20 for green lentils including French green (dark speckled) - other. Versatile for dal or side dishes due to firm texture post-cooking.