Fresh Cayenne Peppers
Long, thin red cayenne peppers, fresh or chilled, used fresh in salads or for drying into powder. HTS 0709.60.4095 for other fresh Capsicum.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ground into cayenne powder post-import
Ground Capsicum falls under chapter exclusion to 0904.
If misidentified as bell pepper hybrids
Bell-type have separate provisions higher in hierarchy.
If treated with sulfur dioxide for storage
Provisional preservation excludes from fresh heading 0709.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Monitor for anthracnose; inspect and certify free of quarantine pests
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