Dried Petite Crimson Lentils from Mexico
Petite crimson lentils are small, whole dried red-brown lentils, shelled for use in hearty soups and Indian recipes. They classify under HTS 0713.40.20.85 as residual other dried lentils. Unlike split red lentils, these remain whole post-drying.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for bulk shipments to avoid pest-related detentions
• Document drying process to confirm unsuitability for immediate consumption per chapter notes
• Separate from red split lentils in inventory to maintain accurate HTS declaration