Dried Black Beluga Lentils from China
Dried black beluga lentils are small, shiny, shelled whole lentils resembling caviar, dried for preservation and fitting HTS 0713.40.20 as 'other' lentils. They are prized for their firm texture in gourmet dishes and salads.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include certificates of origin from major producers like Canada or Turkey to qualify for preferential duties
• Inspect for purity (99% min lentils) to pass customs grading requirements
• Avoid plastic packaging for bulk imports; use breathable bags to comply with fumigation rules