Fresh Jalapeño Peppers

Spicy green jalapeño peppers, fresh or chilled, belonging to the genus Capsicum. Classified under HTS 0709.60.40 as fruits of the genus Capsicum that are neither sweet bell-type nor specifically for processing. They are suitable for immediate retail sale or culinary use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵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 solely for provisional preservation like in brine during transport

Preserved but unsuitable for immediate consumption shifts to heading 0711 per chapter notes.

0904.21Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dried, crushed, or ground

Chapter note explicitly excludes dried Capsicum fruits from Chapter 07 to heading 0904.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify freshness upon arrival; spoiled peppers may be rejected or reclassified under Chapter 07 dehydrated provisions

Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming pest-free status from origin country

Label accurately as fresh/chilled to avoid confusion with dried peppers excluded to heading 0904