Green Dutch Bell Peppers

These uniform green sweet bell peppers from Dutch greenhouse varieties are fresh or chilled, blocky-shaped, and harvested immature. HTS 0709.60.4017 covers them as other greenhouse sweet bell-type Capsicum annuum peppers that are green. Popular in European markets for their quality and consistency.

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 sold for further processing, not retail

Statistical note defines 'of a kind for processing' excluding immediate consumption items.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If frozen after harvest

Frozen vegetables move to Chapter 71, specifically for frozen Capsicum.

0709.60.20Same rate: 35%

If open-field cultivation

Greenhouse vs. field-grown peppers have distinct subheadings in the tariff.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use temperature-controlled shipping to maintain 'fresh or chilled' status and green color

Confirm variety is Capsicum annuum sweet bell-type, excluding hot peppers

Prepare for APHIS inspection; declare greenhouse production accurately