Organic Orange Sweet Bell Peppers
Fresh, certified organic orange sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) harvested at peak ripeness for vibrant color and mild flavor. These peppers are classified under HTS 0709.60.4069 as certified organic orange sweet bell-type peppers, distinct from round tomatoes or processing-grade varieties. They are suitable for immediate retail sale as whole produce.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If intended for freezing, pickling, or value-added processing
Per statistical note, processing-grade sweet bell peppers (not for immediate retail) fall under this code instead of fresh retail organic.
If not certified organic
Non-organic orange sweet bell peppers are classified here, as organic status requires specific certification for 0709.60.40 subheading.
If treated for provisional preservation (e.g., in brine or sulfur dioxide)
Chapter note for 0711 covers vegetables preserved solely for transport/storage, unsuitable for immediate consumption, shifting from fresh/chilled 0709.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify USDA or equivalent organic certification documentation matching General Statistical Note 6 standards to qualify for this HTS code
• Ensure peppers are fresh/chilled, round sweet bell-type (Capsicum annuum), and orange-colored; provide color photos or samples if customs questions variety
• Avoid common pitfalls like mixing with non-organic batches or processing-grade peppers, which shift to 0709.60.4074
Related Products under HTS 0709.60.40.69
Certified Organic Orange Bell Peppers - Large Size
Large-sized certified organic orange bell peppers, ideal for slicing into salads or grilling. Classified under HTS 0709.60.4069 due to their sweet bell-type (Capsicum annuum) nature, organic certification, and orange hue, excluding dried/crushed forms per chapter notes.
Organic Sunrise Orange Bell Peppers
Sunrise variety certified organic orange bell peppers with a sweet, fruity flavor and thick walls for stuffing. These fit HTS 0709.60.4069 as fresh/chilled, certified organic, orange sweet bell-type peppers, suitable for retail and not for processing.
Organic Orange Mini Bell Peppers
Bite-sized certified organic orange mini bell peppers, perfect for snacking or appetizers. Classified in HTS 0709.60.4069 as they are sweet bell-type Capsicum annuum, fresh/chilled, orange, and certified organic per statistical standards.
Certified Organic Flavorburst Orange Peppers
Flavorburst hybrid certified organic orange sweet bell peppers known for exceptional sweetness. HTS 0709.60.4069 applies to these fresh, chilled, orange Capsicum annuum peppers with organic certification, excluding any preserved or processed states.
Organic Orange Sweet Lunchbox Peppers
Small, sweet organic orange lunchbox peppers for lunchboxes or garnishes. These certified organic, fresh orange sweet bells (Capsicum annuum) are under HTS 0709.60.4069, for retail-fresh use per statistical definitions.