HS Code for Dried lentils

Dried lentils are classified under HS code 0713.40. This classification is part of Chapter 7, which covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Heading 0713 is specifically for dried leguminous vegetables that have been shelled, regardless of whether they have been skinned or split. Subheading 0713.40 is the dedicated international code for lentils of the genus Lens, most commonly Lens culinaris. The classification is straightforward but requires the product to be in a dried state. Fresh or chilled lentils in the pod or shelled are classified under heading 0708. The processing of the lentils is a key factor; they can be whole, split, or skinned and still remain under 0713.40. However, if the lentils are roasted, fried, or otherwise prepared as a snack, or if they are preserved in liquid or airtight containers, they are classified under Chapter 20. If the lentils are ground into a fine powder or flour, they are classified under heading 1106.10.

Products Included

• Dried red lentils
• Dried green lentils
• Dried brown lentils (Spanish pardina)
• Dried Puy lentils (French green lentils)
• Dried Beluga (black) lentils
• Split and skinned lentils (Dal)

Common Misclassification

Dried lentils are sometimes misclassified under 0713.10 (dried peas) or 0713.20 (dried chickpeas) due to their similar appearance in bulk form. Another common misclassification occurs with 1106.10, which is for the flour of leguminous vegetables; if the lentils have been processed into a fine powder, they must be moved to Chapter 11. Additionally, lentils that are imported as part of a ready-to-eat meal would be classified under 2106 or Chapter 20 depending on the preparation.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Dried lentils?

The HS code for dried lentils, whether whole, split, or skinned, is 0713.40.

Do split red lentils have a different code?

No, split red lentils are still classified under 0713.40, as the heading covers leguminous vegetables whether or not they are split.