Dried Split Red Lentils from Japan
Dried and split red lentils (Lens culinaris) are shelled leguminous vegetables processed for storage and cooking, falling under HTS 0713.90.61.00 when imported between May 1 and August 31 due to seasonal quota protections for domestic production. They are not suitable for immediate consumption without rehydration. This code applies to dried, shelled beans and peas unfit for raw eating.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls within May 1-Aug 31 for this quota code; use 0713.90.90 otherwise
• Provide certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate to prove no sprouting
• Label moisture content under 13% to avoid reclassification as fresh