Madagascar White Peppercorns from China
Robust whole white peppercorns from Madagascar plantations, offering bold flavor from volcanic soil-grown Piper nigrum. Fits HTS 0904.11.00.40 as neither crushed nor ground white pepper. Favored by chefs for sauces and marinades.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for aflatoxins common in tropical origins; provide negative certs
• Declare as 'white peppercorns' precisely to avoid generic spice scrutiny
• Monitor container temps to preserve whole berry integrity