Fresh Habanero Peppers from China
Fresh habanero peppers are small, lantern-shaped chilies known for extreme heat (100,000-350,000 Scoville units), typically orange or red when mature. Classified under HTS 0709.60.20.70 as fresh or chilled 'other' chili peppers of genus Capsicum.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure peppers are chilled but not frozen, as frozen would shift to Chapter 07 heading 0710
• Label clearly with country of origin and variety to avoid delays in customs inspection
• Check for pesticide residue compliance with FDA and EPA standards for fresh imports