Green Jalapeño Chili Pods from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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