Certified Organic Yellow Bell Peppers from Germany
Fresh certified organic yellow bell peppers (Capsicum annuum), known for their sweet flavor and bright color, suitable for fresh market sales. Falls under HTS 0709.60.4072 as other certified organic sweet bell-type peppers. These are harvested fresh or chilled without processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly with organic certification marks and origin to avoid customs delays in verifying Chapter 7 fresh vegetable status
• Avoid common pitfalls like exceeding weight limits for 'other' categories by providing accurate invoices detailing variety and quantity
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections for chill chain integrity to prevent spoilage claims during import clearance