Greenhouse Poblano Peppers

Fresh poblano peppers (mild chili variety) grown in protected greenhouse settings, harvested green and chilled. Classified in HTS 0709.60.4055 as other greenhouse Capsicum, separate from allspice or processing peppers. Used in Mexican cuisine like chiles rellenos.

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.

0904Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dried as ancho chiles

Drying Capsicum triggers chapter note exclusion to spice heading 0904.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If preserved solely for transport in solutions

Provisional preservation shifts to 0711 if not suitable for immediate consumption.

0709.60.40Same rate: 35%

If sold for stuffing or further processing

Peppers intended for value-added products like canning classify under processing note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for capsaicin levels if marketed as 'mild' to support classification away from hotter varieties

Ensure boxes are labeled 'fresh chilled peppers - do not freeze' to maintain Chapter 07 status

Watch for EU/USA import bans on certain pepper pests; fumigation certs often required

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