Fresh Cayenne Peppers from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide heat level (Scoville) info if marketing as spice peppers
• Comply with APHIS import permits for certain origins
• Avoid plastic bags; use mesh for airflow to maintain freshness