Fresh Orange Sweet Bell Peppers from Mexico
These are fresh orange-colored sweet bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) suitable for immediate retail sale as produce. They fall under HTS 0709.60.4087 as orange sweet bell-type peppers that are fresh or chilled and not intended for processing. The vibrant orange hue develops as they ripen on the vine, offering a sweet flavor for salads or roasting.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify color and ripeness at inspection to confirm orange classification; green or red peppers go to different subheadings
• Provide phytosanitary certificates from origin to prove pest-free status, as required for fresh produce entry
• Avoid misdeclaring as processing-grade (0709.60.4074) which has different stats; these must be retail-ready