Fresh Poblano Peppers from Japan
Fresh poblano peppers (Capsicum annuum) are mild chili peppers with a distinctive heart-shaped pod, typically dark green when unripe and ripening to red. They are harvested fresh or chilled and classified under HTS 0709.60.20.50 specifically for poblanos within the chili peppers category. These peppers are prized in Mexican cuisine for stuffing, roasting, or using in sauces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify freshness upon arrival; customs may reject shipments with signs of spoilage or exceeding phytosanitary standards
• Obtain a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country confirming freedom from pests like the pepper weevil
• Label clearly as 'Fresh Poblano Peppers' to avoid misclassification as generic chilies or processed goods