Fresh Cayenne Peppers

Long, thin cayenne peppers, fresh or chilled, known for heat in cooking. HTS 0709.60.40 includes these as other Capsicum fruits for fresh consumption.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If treated with preservative solutions for storage

Provisional preservation unsuitable for eating goes to 0711.

0904.21Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dried whole or crushed

Explicit chapter exclusion for dried Capsicum.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide heat level (Scoville) info if marketing as spice peppers

β€’ Comply with APHIS import permits for certain origins

β€’ Avoid plastic bags; use mesh for airflow to maintain freshness