Tabasco Pepper Sauce
Tabasco Pepper Sauce is a fermented hot sauce made from tabasco peppers, vinegar, and salt, with a tomato-accented preparation. It is classified under this tariff item as an 'other' tomato sauce because of its blended preparation that includes tomatoes, distinguishing it from pure pepper sauces.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sauce is deemed a pepper sauce with minimal tomato content
Other sauces without a dominant tomato base are classified elsewhere.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Review the ingredient list to confirm tomatoes are included in the recipe
• If the sauce is primarily pepper-based, consider whether a different classification applies
• Keep product formulation details handy for CBSA verification
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