Organic Green Bell Peppers

Fresh green bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) that are certified organic, harvested at the mature green stage for culinary use. They fall under HTS 0709.60.4060 as sweet bell-type peppers, certified organic, and green in color, meeting the criteria for fresh or chilled fruits of the genus Capsicum.

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 intended for processing like freezing or pickling

Sweet bell peppers 'of a kind for processing' shift to this subheading per statistical notes, excluding those for immediate retail sale.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If treated for provisional preservation like in brine

Vegetables preserved solely for transport (e.g., in preservative solutions) but unsuitable for immediate consumption fall under heading 0711 per chapter notes.

0709.60.20Same rate: 35%

If not certified organic

Non-organic green sweet bell peppers are classified here, as organic status determines the statistical breakout within sweet bell peppers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USDA organic certification and obtain phytosanitary certificates from origin country

Ensure cold chain compliance to maintain freshness upon entry

Declare color and organic status accurately to avoid reclassification