Yellow Greenhouse Sweet Bell Peppers

Fresh yellow sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) grown in controlled greenhouse environments, harvested at peak ripeness for vibrant color and crisp texture. These classify under HTS 0709.60.4027 as yellow sweet bell-type peppers produced in greenhouses, distinct from field-grown or colored variants. They are chilled for freshness during transport but unsuitable for immediate consumption without washing.

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 destined for processing like freezing or pickling

Statistical note defines 'of a kind for processing' as peppers not for retail sale, shifting to subheading for value-added products.

0709.60.20Same rate: 35%

If field-grown rather than greenhouse

Greenhouse peppers fall under .40; field-grown sweet bells use .20, based on production method in hierarchy.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If preserved in brine or sulfur solution for transport

Chapter note 0711 covers vegetables treated solely for provisional preservation, unsuitable for immediate consumption.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain USDA APHIS phytosanitary certificate confirming pest-free status and greenhouse origin to comply with fresh vegetable import rules

Label clearly as 'yellow sweet bell peppers, greenhouse-grown' with country of origin and ensure cold chain maintenance below 10°C to prevent spoilage

Verify not 'of a kind for processing' (e.g

no intent for freezing/pickling) to avoid reclassification; common pitfall is bulk shipments mistaken for industrial use