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Fresh Shishito Peppers

Mild Japanese shishito peppers, fresh or chilled, small green Capsicum with occasional heat. Classified 0709.60.4095 as other fresh peppers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0709.60.20Same rate: 37.5%

If bred as bell-type hybrids

Sweet bell varieties have dedicated codes.

0712.90.40Higher: 67.3% vs 37.5%

If quick-frozen for export

Frozen peppers under Chapter 71.

0904.21Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If roasted and dried

Any drying triggers chapter exclusion.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Source from approved regions per APHIS; Japan-origin needs special permits

• Package in consumer trays to affirm retail intent

• Test for moisture content to prove 'fresh' status