Green Bell Peppers

Fresh green Capsicum annuum bell peppers, harvested immature for their crisp texture in cooking. This HTS 0709.60.4091 covers other sweet bell-type peppers fresh or chilled, not for processing or special categories. Ideal for stuffing, grilling, or raw consumption.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0709.60.40Same rate: 35%

If for brining, freezing, or ingredient use in processed foods

Peppers not for immediate retail but for further processing per statistical definition.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If treated with preservatives like sulfur dioxide for storage

Provisional preservation treatments classify under heading 0711 if unsuitable for eating as-is.

0708.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If considered beans or similar pod vegetables by mistake

Misclassification avoided by confirming botanical genus Capsicum placement in 0709.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct residue testing for pesticides, as bell peppers are high-risk for MRL violations under FDA import alerts

Declare accurate net weight excluding packaging to prevent undervaluation penalties

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