Pardina Green Lentils from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Verify moisture content below 14% to qualify as 'dried' and avoid reclassification under fresh vegetables (Chapter 7)
• Provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements for lentils
• Label packs with varietal name and country of origin to prevent customs disputes on 'green lentils' subcategory