Dried Red Lentils from China
Dried red lentils are shelled, skinned whole seeds of the lentil plant, dehydrated and classified under HTS 0713.40.20 as 'other' lentils. They maintain their red skin color and are a staple in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines for quick-cooking dals.
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
• Conduct lab tests for adulterants like foreign seeds to meet USDA import standards and avoid quarantines
• Use ventilated containers to prevent mold during transit, as excess humidity can lead to rejection
• Declare exact variety (e.g
• 'red') on invoices for accurate statistical reporting under this subheading