0713.40.20.85 - Other

This classification, HTS Code 0713.40.20.85, encompasses "Other" dried, shelled leguminous vegetables, specifically lentils, that do not fit into the "Certified organic" category. It represents the residual classification for lentils that are not formally certified as organic, serving as a catch-all for standard, commercially available dried lentils that have been shelled and are ready for consumption or further processing. The key characteristic is their standard commercial treatment, distinct from those with specific organic certifications.

Unlike the sibling category, 0713.40.20.65, which specifically identifies certified organic lentils, this HTS code applies to all other dried, shelled lentils that do not meet the rigorous standards and documentation required for organic certification. This distinction is crucial for customs declarations, as it allows for the clear segregation of goods based on their production and certification status, impacting potential duty rates and import regulations.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories under 0713.40.20.85. Therefore, classification decisions at this level focus on the affirmative identification of dried, shelled lentils that are *not* certified organic. Examples include conventionally farmed and processed lentils commonly found in grocery stores, intended for various culinary uses or as ingredients in food production, provided they lack organic certification.