Dried Brown Lentils from Germany
Dried brown lentils are the most common variety, shelled, whole, and dehydrated for storage under HTS 0713.40.20 as other lentils. They are versatile for soups, stews, and vegetarian patties.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for bulk shipments to meet international phytosanitary standards
• Test for aflatoxins, common in legumes, with results under 20 ppb for smooth FDA entry
• Specify 'for human consumption' on docs to differentiate from animal feed classifications