Certified Organic Black Lentils (Beluga)
Premium dried black beluga lentils, shelled and certified organic, resembling caviar in texture for gourmet salads. HTS 0713.40.20.65 applies to these 'other' organic lentils, dried and unprepared beyond shelling. Ideal for high-end retail, not for immediate eating.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-organic equivalent
Black lentils without organic certification default to the standard 'other' lentils code.
If sold unshelled
Unshelled dried black lentils classify under shelled equivalents' parent heading.
If cooked or preserved
Any cooking or preservation makes them prepared vegetables under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use variety-specific invoices to distinguish from generic lentils, aiding customs verification of organic claims
• Package in bulk for commercial use; retail-packed may require additional food labeling compliance
• Avoid contamination claims by segregating organic from conventional during transport
Related Products under HTS 0713.40.20.65
Certified Organic Green Lentils
Dried green lentils that are shelled, whole, and certified organic, used in soups, salads, and side dishes. They fall under HTS 0713.40.20.65 as dried leguminous vegetables, specifically lentils that are certified organic per General Statistical Note 6. Not treated for immediate consumption, suitable for cooking after rehydration.
Certified Organic Red Lentils
Dried red lentils, shelled and dehusked but whole, certified organic for use in curries and dals. Classified under HTS 0713.40.20.65 for certified organic 'other' lentils, excluding split or ground forms. They require cooking and are not provisionally preserved per Chapter 7 notes.
Certified Organic French Green Lentils (Puy)
Dried Puy lentils from France, shelled, small green variety certified organic, prized for firm texture in salads. Under HTS 0713.40.20.65 as certified organic 'other' lentils, simply dried without splitting or grinding. Meets chapter criteria for unprepared leguminous vegetables.
Certified Organic Brown Lentils
Standard dried brown lentils, shelled and certified organic, versatile for everyday cooking like stews. HTS 0713.40.20.65 covers these as 'other' certified organic lentils, excluding skinned/split. Dried state ensures classification in heading 0713, not preserved goods.