Green King Arthur Bell Peppers from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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