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.

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 for industrial processing applications

Statistical note specifies processing-grade peppers (e.g., for freezing) go to 4074, excluding retail-fresh items.

0709.60Same rate: 35%

If classified as hot peppers like jalapeños

Non-sweet varieties of Capsicum shift to the 'other' peppers category outside sweet bell-type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'fresh greenhouse peppers' to prevent reclassification; include grower's greenhouse certification

Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce, specifying variety and origin to avoid holds at entry

Avoid common pitfall of declaring as organic without USDA or equivalent certification, as it affects statistical reporting