Fresh Jalapeño Peppers from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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