What forms of lentils are recognized in trade specifications?

Trade specifications list dried red lentils, split red lentils, dried green lentils, dried brown lentils, and shelled dried lentils.

How are lentils classified under customs headings?

Lentils are classified as dried leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, under heading 0713 and subheading 071340.

What handling precautions are needed for dried lentils during storage?

Dried lentils should be kept dry, protected from moisture and contaminants, and stored in conditions that prevent agglomeration or spoilage.

Lentils

Lentils are dried leguminous vegetables that are shelled, whether or not skinned or split. They are available as whole, split, red, green, or brown varieties.

Prices, specifications and international trade for lentils under HS 071340.

Lentils Price

$521USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Lentils Historical Unit Values

Lentils is quoted in USD/t at CAN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Lentils Exports and Imports

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Canada led reported lentils exports in 2025, at $1.3B.

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Lentils Specifications and Quality

Lentils grading factors include Food grade classification.

Grading Factors

Quality assessment for lentils considers Food grade classification.

Food grade classification
Lentils are graded; those meeting food grade standards are classified above grade #3, while grade #3 or below are suitable for livestock feed.

Typical Specification Ranges

Lentils specifications record protein content. These are typical ranges, not guarantees for an individual lot.

Protein content	22–35 %

Common Defects

Recorded defects for lentils include Hard seed coat.

Hard seed coat
Excessively dry production can produce a hard seed coat that makes cooking difficult.

Certifications

Certifications documented for lentils include GFSI (BRC, IFS, FSSC 22000), EU Organic, and USDA NOP. Their applicability depends on the individual product and shipment.

GFSI (BRC, IFS, FSSC 22000)
Food safety management systems recognized under the Global Food Safety Initiative.
EU Organic
Organic certification complying with European Union regulations.
USDA NOP
Organic certification under the United States Department of Agriculture National Organic Program.
Non‑GMO
Verification that the lentils are not derived from genetically modified organisms.

Lentils Facts and HS Code

Lentils belongs to pulses within grains, oilseeds, oils and feed. Its customs classification covers HS 071340.

Lentils HS Code

Also known as	Green lentils
Form	Dried
Category	Pulses — Grains, oilseeds, oils and feed
HS codes	071340
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	CAN

Uses & Risks

Lentils uses, related products and documented risks.

Uses and Related Commodities

Leading origins	Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, China, India, Kazakhstan, Nepal, Russia, Türkiye, United States

Lentils Questions

What forms of lentils are recognized in trade specifications?: Trade specifications list dried red lentils, split red lentils, dried green lentils, dried brown lentils, and shelled dried lentils.
How are lentils classified under customs headings?: Lentils are classified as dried leguminous vegetables, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, under heading 0713 and subheading 071340.
What handling precautions are needed for dried lentils during storage?: Dried lentils should be kept dry, protected from moisture and contaminants, and stored in conditions that prevent agglomeration or spoilage.