Fresh Thai Chili Peppers from Mexico
Fresh Thai chili peppers are tiny, fiery birds-eye type chilies (50,000-175,000 Scoville) used in Southeast Asian dishes. Classified under HTS 0709.60.20.70 for other fresh or chilled chili peppers.
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 mesh bags for airflow to prevent mold during chilled transport
• Provide varietal certificates to distinguish from ornamental peppers
• Comply with fumigation requirements for Asian imports