Dried Green Lentils from Mexico
Dried green lentils (Lens culinaris) are shelled leguminous vegetables that have been dehydrated for long-term storage, falling under HTS 0713.40.20 as 'other' lentils not specifically categorized elsewhere. They are whole, unsplit, and skinned, commonly used in soups and salads after cooking.
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
• Verify moisture content below 14% to qualify as 'dried' and avoid reclassification under fresh vegetables (Chapter 7)
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming no pests or diseases, as required for leguminous vegetables
• Label with country of origin and lot numbers to comply with FDA food safety standards and prevent common inspection delays