French Green Du Puy Lentils from Germany
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.
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
• 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