Green Jalapeño Chili Pods

Green jalapeño chili pods are immature fresh peppers picked before ripening, featuring a bright green color and firm texture ideal for salsas. Classified under HTS 0709.60.20.20 as fresh jalapeños, part of Capsicum fruits not dried or processed.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0709.60Same rate: 35%

If dried rather than fresh

Dried Capsicum fruits shift to different subheading; chapter note excludes from fresh if processed.

0904Lower: 10% vs 35%

If ground into powder

Ground or crushed Capsicum explicitly excluded by chapter note and classified under spices in 0904.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use ventilated crates to prevent excess humidity and fungal growth during ocean freight

Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements including origin inspection

Avoid mixing with hotter varieties to prevent cross-contamination in classification