Certified Organic Red Bell Peppers

Fresh, certified organic red bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) that have reached full maturity, characterized by their vibrant red color, thick walls, and sweet flavor. These peppers are classified under HTS 0709.60.4063 as sweet bell-type, certified organic, and red, distinguishing them from green or other colored variants or non-organic produce.

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

Peppers of a kind for processing into value-added products fall under the specific statistical note for non-retail sale, separate from fresh retail organic.

0709.60.20Same rate: 35%

If not certified organic

Non-organic sweet bell peppers shift to the general fresh peppers category without organic premium classification.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If preserved solely for transport, e.g., in brine

Vegetables treated only for provisional preservation during storage become unsuitable for immediate consumption, moving to Chapter 71 heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification documentation to match HTS statistical requirements; lack of certification may reclassify to non-organic codes

Maintain cold chain integrity with temperature logs (typically 7-10°C) to prevent spoilage and avoid rejection at entry

Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like tomato leafminer, common for Capsicum imports