Lentil Caviar Imitation
Small spherical lentil beads coated in agar and seasoned with capers and lemon, designed as a budget-friendly caviar alternative for gourmet dishes. This product is under HTS 1604.32.40.00 as 'other' caviar substitutes prepared from legume-based ingredients.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If simply preserved lentils without imitation
Prepared legumes without seafood substitution claim go to Chapter 20.
If mistakenly containing tuna flavoring
Any fish content would shift to prepared tunas under 1604.14.
If dried lentils sold bulk
Dried legume preparations classify under Chapter 7 as peas and beans.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Document protein source as lentils to differentiate from fish products during customs review
ā¢ Test for allergen labeling requirements under FDA rules for legume-based foods
ā¢ Avoid 'caviar-like' claims that could trigger misclassification as 1604.31 caviar substitutes
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