Organic Red California Wonder Bell Peppers

Certified organic 'California Wonder' variety red bell peppers, a popular hybrid known for large size (up to 0.3 kg each) and mild sweetness, harvested fresh and chilled. Fits HTS 0709.60.4063 due to sweet bell-type (Capsicum annuum), organic status, and red coloration at import.

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 green or partially colored

Color-specific subheading applies; red requires full maturity, green falls under separate fresh category.

0709.60Same rate: 35%

If hot/unground dried form

Dried Capsicum fruits (not crushed/ground) exclude from fresh Chapter 07 per chapter notes, shifting to later headings.

0702.00.20Lower: 7.5% vs 35%

If misidentified as round tomatoes

Shape similarity could lead to tomato classification if not clearly documented as Capsicum peppers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly with organic certifier details and variety to aid CBP verification against statistical notes

Inspect for uniform ripeness; overripe peppers risk downgrade to waste or alternative headings

Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce, filing within specified timelines