Fresh Jalapeño Peppers from Canada
Spicy green jalapeño peppers, fresh or chilled, belonging to the genus Capsicum, used in Mexican cuisine for salsas and stuffing. Classified under HTS 0709.60.4095 as other fresh fruits of the genus Capsicum, excluding sweet bell peppers or those for processing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify freshness upon import; ensure temperatures maintained below 7°C to qualify as 'fresh or chilled' under Chapter 7
• Provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country confirming no pests or diseases specific to peppers
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 'for processing' (0709.60.4074) if intended for retail sale