Red Greenhouse Sweet Bell Peppers
Fresh red sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) grown in controlled greenhouse environments, harvested at peak ripeness for vibrant color and flavor. Classified under HTS 0709.60.4022 as red, greenhouse-grown sweet bell-type peppers, distinct from field-grown or colored varieties. These are fresh or chilled, not suitable for immediate processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If yellow or orange colored
Color-specific subheading applies; red peppers must go to 0709.60.4022 while other non-green sweet bell peppers use 4012.
If preserved in brine or sulfur solution for transport
Chapter note 0711 covers vegetables provisionally preserved but unsuitable for immediate consumption, excluding fresh/chilled state.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify greenhouse origin with supplier certificates or photos to confirm classification under 0709.60.4022, avoiding higher duties on field-grown peppers
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirm pest-free status and compliance with USDA APHIS import requirements for peppers
• Maintain cold chain (32-41°F) during transit to preserve freshness; temperature logs prevent rejection at entry for spoilage
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