Large Greenhouse Sweet Bell Peppers
Oversized sweet bell peppers grown in greenhouses, weighing over typical slicing sizes but under round tomato thresholds. Classified in HTS 0709.60.4037 as other sweet bell-type greenhouse peppers, fresh for market sale. Excludes crushed/dried forms per chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If round and weighing up to 0.9 kg like globe tomatoes
Statistical note defines round tomatoes separately; misclassification risk for large bells.
If miniature varieties under 75g
Size-specific subheadings exist for mini sweet bells within greenhouse category.
If considered fresh fruits rather than vegetables
Botanical fruit status could lead to Chapter 08 for certain retail contexts, though culinary use prevails.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide varietal names (e.g
• 'King Arthur') in documentation to distinguish from mini or processing types
• Adhere to APHIS import regulations for peppers from quarantine areas like Mexico
• Avoid pitting by ensuring no residue of preservatives, which could shift to 0711
Related Products under HTS 0709.60.40.37
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 0709.60.4037 as other sweet bell-type peppers from greenhouses, excluding those for processing or specific varieties like mini peppers. These are suitable for fresh retail sale without further preservation.
Yellow Greenhouse Sweet Bell Peppers
Vibrant yellow sweet bell peppers cultivated in greenhouses for consistent quality and year-round availability. These 'other' sweet bell-type peppers fit HTS 0709.60.4037 as fresh or chilled greenhouse produce not specified elsewhere in the hierarchy. Ideal for salads and culinary uses without processing intent.
Orange Greenhouse Sweet Bell Peppers
Fresh orange sweet bell peppers from greenhouse production, known for their sweet taste and nutritional value. HTS 0709.60.4037 covers these as other greenhouse sweet bell-type (Capsicum annuum) peppers, fresh or chilled for direct consumption. Not round tomatoes or processing-grade per statistical notes.
Mixed Color Greenhouse Sweet Bell Pepper Packs
Pre-packed mixes of red, yellow, and orange sweet bell peppers from greenhouses, sold for retail freshness. Falls under HTS 0709.60.4037 as other fresh/chilled greenhouse sweet bell-type peppers, not for processing or specific shapes. Packaging maintains quality during transport.