Green Bell Peppers from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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
• Partner with customs brokers experienced in perishables for expedited clearance within 24 hours