Green King Arthur Bell Peppers from Germany
King Arthur green bell peppers are sweet, thick-walled varieties produced in controlled greenhouse environments, picked green for fresh distribution. Classified under HTS 0709.60.4017 due to their greenhouse origin, sweet bell-type nature, and green color per chapter specifications. Commonly used in culinary dishes requiring mild flavor.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'greenhouse green sweet bell peppers' to match HTS description exactly
• Avoid mixing with red or field-grown peppers in the same shipment to prevent reclassification
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce imports