Organic Golden Bell Peppers from Japan
Fresh yellow sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) certified organic, typically weighing under 0.9 kg each, used for slicing in salads or cooking. Classified under HTS 0709.60.4066 as certified organic yellow sweet bell-type peppers, fresh or chilled, not for immediate retail processing. They meet the criteria for fresh produce in Chapter 7, excluding dried or ground forms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification documentation at entry to claim this subheading
• Ensure peppers are fresh/chilled and not treated for preservation to avoid reclassification under 0711
• Inspect for phytosanitary certificates to prevent pest-related detentions