Fresh Serrano Peppers from Japan
Small, hot serrano peppers, fresh or chilled, Capsicum annuum variety. Classified in 0709.60.40 for non-bell, retail-ready hot peppers.
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
• Inspect for physical damage; bruised peppers risk quarantine
• Use ventilated crates to prevent moisture buildup and rot
• Confirm not genetically modified if targeting organic markets