Fresh Green Bell Peppers for Sauce Manufacturing from Japan
Unripe green bell peppers in large volumes for pureeing into sauces and condiments. These processing-grade items are chilled for transport but not for immediate consumption, aligning with HTS 0709.60.4074.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit evidence of buyer (e.g
• sauce factory PO) proving non-retail end-use
• Ensure uniform sizing for processing; irregular packs may raise questions on suitability
• Comply with FDA prior notice for fresh produce to expedite customs clearance