Certified Organic Red Lentils from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'certified organic' with supporting USDA/EU equivalent certificates to match statistical note requirements
• Inspect for moisture content to ensure they remain unsuitable for immediate consumption, per heading 0711 exclusion