Organic Greenhouse Shishito Peppers Green

Small, green Shishito sweet peppers (Capsicum annuum) from organic greenhouses, certified and fresh/chilled. These qualify for HTS 0709.60.4005 as mild-flavored, greenhouse-grown organic green sweet bells, popular in Japanese cuisine. Most are non-spicy when green.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0709.60.40Same rate: 35%

If conventional farming

Lacks certified organic status, using the non-organic greenhouse code.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If frozen for retail

Freezing changes classification to frozen vegetables in Chapter 71.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Blanch shipment manifests with organic certs and color verification; separate from hot pepper varieties to avoid confusion; comply with APHIS import permits for peppers

Related Products under HTS 0709.60.40.05

Organic Green Bell Peppers

Fresh green sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) grown in greenhouses and certified organic, harvested at the green stage before ripening. They are classified under HTS 0709.60.4005 due to being greenhouse-grown, certified organic sweet bell-type peppers that are green in color. These peppers are fresh or chilled and suitable for immediate consumption.

Certified Organic Greenhouse Cubanelle Peppers

Mild, light green Cubanelle peppers (a variety of Capsicum annuum) produced in controlled greenhouse environments and certified organic. These sweet bell-type peppers are green when harvested and chilled for freshness, fitting HTS 0709.60.4005 as organic greenhouse sweet bells. They are prized for their sweet flavor in salads and cooking.

Organic Greenhouse Poblano Peppers Green

Green Poblano peppers (Capsicum annuum), a mild sweet bell-type variety grown organically in greenhouses, harvested unripe. Classified in HTS 0709.60.4005 for their certified organic status, greenhouse origin, and green color as fresh or chilled produce. Commonly used in Mexican cuisine like chiles rellenos.

Organic Italian Sweet Peppers Green

Long, green Italian sweet peppers (Capsicum annuum) from organic greenhouse production, certified and chilled fresh. These fit HTS 0709.60.4005 as greenhouse, organic, green sweet bell-types ideal for roasting or eating raw. Their mild flavor makes them popular in Mediterranean dishes.

Certified Organic Greenhouse Banana Peppers Green

Curved, green banana peppers (mild Capsicum annuum sweet bells) grown in certified organic greenhouses and shipped fresh or chilled. HTS 0709.60.4005 applies to these greenhouse, organic, green sweet peppers used in pickling or fresh eating. They offer a tangy, mild taste.