Red Ripe Poblano Peppers from Canada
Red ripe poblano peppers are the mature stage of the poblano chili, sweeter and milder than green ones, harvested fresh or chilled. Classified under HTS 0709.60.20.50 as poblanos within chili peppers. Commonly used dried as ancho chiles but imported fresh for culinary versatility.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Specify ripeness stage in invoices to confirm classification as fresh poblanos rather than processed
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce entering the US
• Watch for fumigation mandates if originating from pest-prone regions