Certified Organic Whole Red Lentils from Japan
Whole dried, shelled red lentils (not split or skinned), certified organic. Classified in HTS 0713.40.20.35 under 'other' certified organic red lentils within dried shelled leguminous vegetables. Used in hearty stews and as a protein source.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish whole from split in entry docs; 'other' covers both but precision avoids audits
• Store below 13% moisture to prevent classification disputes as provisionally preserved
• Register with FDA prior notice system for all legume imports