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California Orange Sweet Peppers

Vibrant orange sweet bell peppers grown in premium climates, fresh or chilled for retail. HTS 0709.60.4087 applies to these Capsicum annuum orange variants not for processing. Popular for their thick walls and mild sweetness.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0709.60.40Same rate: 37.5%

If destined for commercial processing

Statistical note excludes processing peppers from retail subheadings.

0804.50Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If treated as fresh fruit of genus Capsicum

Rare misclassification if not recognized as vegetable use.

0712.90Lower: 20.8% vs 37.5%

If dried but not ground

Dried vegetables (excluding specific peppers) go to 0712.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use FDA prior notice for fresh produce to expedite clearance

• Document origin accurately; country-specific quotas may apply

• Inspect for maturity—overripe may be deemed unfit for 'fresh' entry